Failure Quote by Orson Scott Card
“The wise are not wise because they make no mistakes. They are wise because they correct their mistakes as soon as they recognize them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, 1985
Wisdom isn’t the absence of error but the willingness to correct them promptly.
In simple terms: True wisdom is correcting mistakes quickly.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mistakes, fix them fast.
Themes
wisdom
learning
self‑improvement
humility
growth
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership training
- education
- software debugging
- team management
Key Concepts
error correction
self‑awareness
continuous improvement
humility in decision‑making
Questions to Reflect On
- What mistakes have you corrected that changed your path?
- How can you balance learning from errors with moving forward?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on correction can lead to perfectionism and fear of trying.
