Breakthrough Quote by Rosalia de Castro
“Great breakthroughs are always followed by great catastrophes.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry: Cantares Gallegos, 1863
Breakthroughs bring new challenges; progress can cause disruption.
In simple terms: Great breakthroughs cause catastrophes.
Key Takeaway
Prepare for fallout after success.
Themes
progress
risk
innovation
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- technology rollout
- policy change
- personal achievement
Key Concepts
systems theory
history
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you anticipate negative side effects?
- What safeguards can you implement?
A Different Perspective
Not all breakthroughs lead to disaster; mitigation helps.
![“Innovation is not a big breakthrough invention every time. Innovation is a constant thing. But if you don't have an innovative company [team], coming to work everyday to find a better way, you don't have a company[team]. You're getting ready to die on the vine. You're always looking for the next…” quote by Jack Welch](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9ed/jack-welch-1195_always-trying_innovation-is-not-a-big-breakthrough-inv_111877.jpg)