Be slow in choosing, but slower in changing.
Be slow in choosing, but slower in changing.
Meaning in plain English
The saying asks for slow choosing and even slower changing. It values care in a decision and steadiness after it is made.
Example
Someone considers a choice carefully but remains willing to revise it when important new information appears.
Deeper explanation and when to use it
The comparison makes changing carry a higher threshold than initial choice. A qualified application checks reasons before either step rather than treating persistence as always right. New information, harm or altered circumstances may justify prompt change, especially in relationships or commitments.
When to use it
Use it to discuss deliberation and commitment with revision still possible.
Keep in mind
Stability does not require remaining in a harmful or unsuitable situation.
Edsverb editorial interpretation · agent reviewed · 2026-10-05. This explains the saying; it does not establish its historical origin.
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