Faults Quote by Orson Scott Card
“If you try and lose then it isn't your fault. But if you don't try and we lose, then it's all your fault.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, 1985
Responsibility lies in taking action; avoiding effort shifts blame onto others.
In simple terms: Trying avoids blame; not trying makes you responsible.
Key Takeaway
Act, don't avoid.
Themes
responsibility
effort
accountability
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
ethical
When to use this quote
- team projects
- leadership decisions
- personal goals
- public policy
Key Concepts
ethics
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you avoid trying to escape blame?
- How can you balance effort and realistic limits?
A Different Perspective
If circumstances prevent trying, blame may still be misplaced.
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