Advice Quote by Viggo Mortensen
“One of the best pieces of advice I ever got was from a horse master. He told me to go slow to go fast. I think that applies to everything in life. We live as though there aren't enough hours in the day but if we do each thing calmly and carefully we will get it done quicker and with much less stress.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Road (2002) DVD commentary, 2002
Acting deliberately and patiently yields faster, less stressful results than rushing.
In simple terms: Slow, careful work speeds up success.
Key Takeaway
Embrace calm, deliberate action.
Themes
patience
efficiency
stress management
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- project deadlines
- learning new skills
- personal health
- creative endeavors
Key Concepts
mindfulness
process orientation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply calmness to a current rushed task?
- What benefits have you noticed when slowing down?
A Different Perspective
Rushing can cause mistakes and burnout.
