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Cowardice Quote by Samuel Johnson

“When desperate ills demand a speedy cure, Distrust is cowardice, and prudence folly.” quote by Samuel Johnson
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“When desperate ills demand a speedy cure, Distrust is cowardice, and prudence folly.”

Samuel Johnson

About This Quote

Source Book: The Idler, 1759

When urgent problems arise, distrust and reckless confidence are both unwise; careful judgment is needed.

In simple terms: Desperate times need wise choices.

Key Takeaway

Choose prudence over rashness.

Themes

trust prudence decisionmaking

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • crisis management
  • medical emergencies
  • financial decisions

Key Concepts

ethics riskassessment emotionalintelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance urgency with caution?
  • When have you trusted too quickly?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can blind you to better solutions.

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