The surest way to learn is by doing it - but often, the lesson is: Don't do it!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Learning requires action, but actions can lead to painful lessons.
- In plain terms
- You learn by doing, even if doing causes problems.
- What can you take from it?
- Experience teaches, but sometimes harshly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the best way to learn?
- When have you learned from a mistake?
Another view
It may overlook learning methods that avoid direct mistakes.
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