Quote by Barbara Tuchman

Reasonable orders are easy enough to obey; it is capricious, bureaucratic or plain idiotic demands that form the habit of discipline.

Reasonable orders are easy enough to obey; it is capricious,

Summary

This quote highlights the distinction between reasonable orders and unreasonable demands when it comes to discipline. Reasonable orders refer to instructions that are sensible and logical, making them easy to comply with. In contrast, capricious, bureaucratic, or idiotic demands, which lack reasoning or practicality, require individuals to develop discipline to reluctantly follow them. The quote suggests that discipline is most tested and acquired when faced with arbitrary or irrational commands, as they challenge individuals to comply despite their nonsensical nature.

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