Hole Quote by Plautus
“A mouse never entrusts his life to only one hole.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Comedy of the Mice, Plautus, c. 200 BC
A mouse avoids reliance on a single escape, teaching diversification for safety.
In simple terms: Don’t put all eggs in one basket.
Key Takeaway
Diversify your options.
Themes
risk
strategy
survival
preparation
Mood
practical
cautionary
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- career moves
- supply chain
- personal safety
Key Concepts
economics
biology
Questions to Reflect On
- What backup plans do you have?
- How many alternatives are realistic?
A Different Perspective
May ignore cost of managing many options.
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