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About this quote

What does it mean?
Wisdom comes from correcting mistakes quickly, not avoiding them.
In plain terms
Wise people fix errors as soon as they see them.
What can you take from it?
Correcting errors defines wisdom.

Where it applies

  • problem solving
  • decision making
  • self improvement

Putting it to work

  • review mistakes
  • act on feedback
  • adapt quickly

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle your mistakes?
  • What makes someone wise?

Another view

Some mistakes cannot be corrected after they occur.

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