"Should you find yourself in a chronically leaking boat, energy devoted to changing vessels is likely to be more productive than energy devoted to patching leaks"
- Warren Buffett
About this Quote
This quote by Warren Buffett is a metaphor for life. It recommends that when we discover ourselves in a tight spot, it is much better to concentrate on finding a new solution rather than trying to repair the existing problem. This is since the energy spent on trying to repair the problem might not be enough to make a long lasting difference. Rather, it is much better to focus on discovering a new solution that will offer a more irreversible option. This quote encourages us to think outside the box and to be imaginative in our approach to fixing issues. It also advises us that in some cases it is better to start fresh rather than trying to repair something that might not be fixable.
"First, I want to pay tribute to Diana myself. She was an exceptional and gifted human being. In good times and bad, she never lost her capacity to smile and laugh, nor to inspire others with her warmth and kindness. I admired and respected her - for her energy and commitment to others, and especially for her devotion to her two boys"
"Don't be afraid to fail. Don't waste energy trying to cover up failure. Learn from your failures and go on to the next challenge. It's OK to fail. If you're not failing, you're not growing"
"Oh, the miraculous energy that flows between two people who care enough to get beyond surfaces and games, who are willing to take the risks of being totally open, of listening, of responding with the whole heart. How much we can do for each other"
"On embarking to return we could perceive no sign of One Tree Island; and as we swept down towards the sea the leafy top of a tree seen in the clear water under the boat was the only evidence of its existence; though a few hours ago it had formed so prominent an object"
"He said there is 80 of us, ready to come down and the next thing I knew is that Jo Brown dashed in and said your family has already moved and you have to move, the boat is ready to take you out. I didn't have time to ask, even ask a question"
