In a fight you don't stop to choose your cudgels.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- In conflict, you use whatever tools are available without hesitation.
- In plain terms
- Don't stop to pick your tools when fighting.
- What can you take from it?
- Pragmatism matters more than method in conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does the end justify the means?
- How do you choose tools in a fight?
Another view
It may encourage unethical tactics.
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