Early and provident fear is the mother of safety.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Anticipating danger early leads to safety and prevents future harm.
- In plain terms
- Being afraid early and wisely helps keep you safe.
- What can you take from it?
- Vigilance and foresight prevent avoidable disasters.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is fear useful?
- How do you prepare for the unknown?
Another view
Excessive fear can sometimes paralyze action rather than aid it.
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