Avoid Quote by Tony Abbott
“If people are going to do things which have certain consequences that they would rather avoid, they should do whatever they need to avoid the consequences”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Australian Parliament, 2015
People should act to prevent undesirable outcomes rather than face them later.
In simple terms: Act now to avoid bad consequences.
Key Takeaway
Take proactive steps to avert problems.
Themes
responsibility
prevention
consequences
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
political
advice
When to use this quote
- health safety
- financial planning
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
ethics
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- What consequences are you avoiding?
- How can you act responsibly now?
A Different Perspective
Proactive measures can be difficult to implement.
