“Life without a design is erratic. As soon as one is in place, principles become necessary. I think you'll concede that nothing is more shameful than uncertain and wavering conduct, and beating a cowardly retreat. This will happen in all our affairs unless we remove the faults that seize and detain our spirits, preventing them from pushing forward and making an all-out effort.”
- Seneca, Moral Letters, 95.46
March 28, 2021 7:00 AM
When we neglect to plan, we can find ourselves struggling quickly when something goes brutally wrong. We begin to scramble and the ability to make reasoned choices diminishes.
Conclusion
The best-laid plans give no guarantee for success. Planning does provide us with a schema that allows us to pivot our plans quickly with a reasoned choice.