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What does it mean?
Leaving early is a strategy to compensate for expected delays.
In plain terms
I left early because I knew I would take the wrong train.
What can you take from it?
Leave early if you expect to make mistakes.

Where it applies

  • commuting
  • planning trips
  • avoiding lateness

Putting it to work

  • leave buffer time for errors
  • plan extra travel time

Questions to consider

  • Does leaving early help if you get lost?
  • How do you plan for mistakes?

Another view

Leaving early does not guarantee catching the right train.

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