Climb Quote by Tenzing Norgay
“If I know I make this much trouble, I never climb Everest.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1953, after Everest ascent
He avoids unnecessary risk when he knows his actions cause trouble.
In simple terms: Avoid trouble by not taking reckless challenges.
Key Takeaway
Know your limits before attempting dangerous feats.
Themes
risk management
humility
self‑awareness
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- expeditions
- career decisions
- team projects
Key Concepts
mountaineering
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you taking that could cause unnecessary trouble?
- How do you assess when a challenge is worth the danger?
A Different Perspective
Even small risks can have big consequences.
![“I've often thought about that and the only suitable member to join me on that climb [to Everest] was George Lowe: he was strong, a good man on a mountain, with a great sense of humour, and I liked that. I think George and I could've done that together ... I've probably never told George that.” quote by Edmund Hillary](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/165/edmund-hillary-3760_climbs_i-ve-often-thought-about-that-and-the-on_12447.jpg)
