Failure Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“Any man may make a mistake; none but a fool will stick to it. Second thoughts are best as the proverb says.”
About This Quote
Everyone errs, but only fools cling to mistakes; reflecting and revising thoughts is wise.
In simple terms: Mistakes are human; wisdom lies in revising.
Key Takeaway
Embrace reflection and change.
Themes
wisdom
humility
growth
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
classical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- decision making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it wise to persist despite errors?
- How do you differentiate a mistake from a learning opportunity?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as dismissive of perseverance.
![“Any man may make a mistake; none but a fool will stick to it. Second thoughts are best as the proverb says. [Lat., Cujusvis hominis est errare; nullius, nisi insipientis, in errore perseverae. Posteriores enim cogitationes (ut aiunt) sapientiores solent esse.]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a3b/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_failure_any-man-may-make-a-mistake-none-but-a-fo_675974.jpg)
![“Things sacred should not only be touched with the hands, but unviolated in thought. [Lat., Res sacros non modo manibus attingi, sed ne cogitatione quidem violari fas fuit.]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/deb/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_hands_things-sacred-should-not-only-be-touched_11960.jpg)
