Craig M. MullaneyI wanted that future officer to weigh decisions with a supple mind and to be comfortable with nuance and uncertainty.
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I wanted that future officer to weigh decisions with a supple mind and to be comfortable with nuance and uncertainty. An officer, especially in the military, must be able to handle the unexpected and not panic in the face of uncertainty. This quote reminds me of how important it is to weigh decisions and to consider everything carefully before making a commitment. We can never know exactly what the future holds, so we must be comfortable with that knowledge and not let it lead us into rash actions.
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