If the fool would persist in his folly he would become wise.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Persisting in foolish behavior eventually leads to wisdom through experience and realization.
- In plain terms
- Sticking with bad habits teaches you why they are bad.
- What can you take from it?
- Experience is the best teacher.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What mistake taught you the most?
- Are you learning from your errors?
Another view
Sometimes persistence in folly just leads to more damage.
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No bird soars too high, if he soars with his own wings.
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