There is no mistake; there has been no mistake; and there shall be no mistake.
Duke Of WellingtonRead
Be discreet in all things, and so render it unnecessary to be mysterious about any.
Interpretation
Being careful and tactful in your actions can prevent the need for secrecy and intrigue.
The quote by the Duke of Wellington emphasizes the importance of discretion in our everyday lives. By exercising caution and thoughtfulness in our dealings with others, we can foster transparency and openness, thereby eliminating the mysteriousness that often arises from uncommunicative actions or intentions. Discretion can lead to trust and clarity, ultimately enhancing our relationships and interactions.
In practice
In a business meeting, one might say, 'Let's be discreet in our discussions to maintain trust among the team.'
There is no mistake; there has been no mistake; and there shall be no mistake.
All the business of war, and indeed all the business of life, is to endeavour to find out what you don't know by what you do; that's what I called 'guess what was at the other side of the hill'.
The whole art of war consists in getting at what is on the other side of the hill.
Nothing except a battle lost can be half so melancholy as a battle won.
Next to a battle lost, the greatest misery is a battle gained.
Next to a lost battle, nothing is so sad as a battle that has been won.
Observe what is with undivided awareness.
The farther you look back, the farther you can look ahead.
A thankful person is thankful under all circumstances. A complaining soul complains even in paradise.
Endure the present, and watch for better things.
Just as the sun is infinitely brighter than a candle flame, there is infinitely more intelligence in Being than in your mind
The greatest discoveries are those that shed light unto ourselves.
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