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Amish Quote by Suzanne Woods Fisher

“Doing something well is a virtue. Even in school, children learn a concept thoroughly before moving on to the next assignment. They value thoroughness over haste, completion over speed. To the Amish way of thinking, a task takes the time that it takes.” quote by Suzanne Woods Fisher
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““Doing something well is a virtue. Even in school, children learn a concept thoroughly before moving on to the next assignment. They value thoroughness over haste, completion over speed. To the Amish way of thinking, a task takes the time that it takes.””

Suzanne Woods Fisher

About This Quote

Thoroughness and patience are valued over speed; taking the necessary time to master a task is a virtue.

In simple terms: Value careful, complete work.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize depth over quickness.

Themes

education work ethic patience quality learning slow approach

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • school projects
  • skill acquisition
  • craftsmanship
  • training programs

Key Concepts

virtue ethics cognitive load mastery learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance thoroughness with deadlines?
  • When is speed more important than depth?
A Different Perspective

In fast-paced environments, this may be impractical.

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