The uncertainty lies always in the intellectual region, never in the practical.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Uncertainty exists only in our thoughts, not in real-world actions.
- In plain terms
- Worry happens in the mind, not in what we actually do.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on action to avoid mental doubt.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where does your doubt come from?
- What action can you take now?
Another view
Sometimes practical outcomes are also uncertain.
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