To me death is better than the defensive.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Offensive action is preferable to passive waiting even at high risk.
- In plain terms
- Attacking is better than waiting to be attacked.
- What can you take from it?
- Choose offense over defense.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is defense truly necessary?
- Is risk worth the initiative?
Another view
It risks unnecessary loss if the attack is poorly timed.
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