The cruelties and obstacles of this swiftly changing planet will not yield to obsolete dogmas and outworn slogans. It cannot be moved by those who cling to a present which is already dying, who prefer the illusion of security to the excitement and danger which comes with even the most peaceful progress.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Progress requires abandoning outdated ideas and embracing the risks necessary for improvement.
- In plain terms
- We must stop sticking to old rules and accept the risk of change to move forward.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace change and risk over safety.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What old rules must go?
- When is risk worth taking?
Another view
Not all change is progress.
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