The desire to be first, To want to get it done early. To be decisive.
And while we may see merits, how can it unravel and cause unreasonable and significant harm and even destruction?
Are we more taken by the desire to lead or be a front-runner than to be correct? If our decisions have no significance on anyone other than ourselves, feel free to be hasty and even reckless.
If we purport to be a ‘reliable source’ and one others should trust, we possibly need to reassess the principles and values that are of greater importance. Or else we merely give credence to those who label what we do as false, and with some validation. After all, if you fooled me once, what will my reaction be the next time you ask me to accept your lead?