Gaze Quote by Marissa Meyer
““Thorne clapped his hands. "Great, then let's get this diplomatic envoy started. Ship, raise the ramp! You all just sit back and relax and we'll be on Earth in no time." He turned to head for the cockpit, adding over his shoulder, "I've been practicing takeoffs, by the way. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised." As soon as he was out of earshot, Cress turned back to Iko and Cinder with a grimace. "He hasn't really gotten any better," she whispered. "Let's go back to the crew quarters. There's more to hold on to back there.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Cress (part of the Lunar Chronicles), Marissa Meyer, 2015
A character’s overconfidence in a complex plan leads to hidden doubts and a need to retreat, revealing underlying incompetence.
In simple terms: Overconfidence hides flaws, prompting a fallback.
Key Takeaway
Check competence before proceeding.
Themes
confidence
overconfidence
leadership
failure
team dynamics
Mood
skeptical
reflective
Type
narrative
warning
When to use this quote
- team project planning
- high‑stakes missions
- leadership decisions
- critical operations
Key Concepts
Psychology of overconfidence
risk assessment
communication breakdown
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence do you have of competence?
- How can you verify readiness before acting?
A Different Perspective
The quote may exaggerate the impact of a single person’s confidence on group outcomes.
