"آنچه ما به عنوان احتیاط در بزرگان خود احترام می گذاریم، در واقع وحشت در عمل است."

The heart of the quote gets at the idea that what we often respect as wisdom or caution in older people can sometimes be nothing more than fear playing out. It's suggesting that elders, who we usually turn to for guidance because of their experience, might actually be acting out of anxiety rather than sound judgment. They might be overcompensating for their fears by calling it prudence.

Now, picture this: You're about to make a leap into a new job opportunity. It’s risky but it’s something you’re passionate about. You talk to your parents or an older mentor about it. They urge you to be cautious, to stick with your current, stable job. They say it's the "prudent" choice. Is it really prudence? Or is it their fear of the unknown—something that’s grown louder in them over the years?

Let's rewind a bit. Think of the historical context. Many of our elders grew up in different times—post-war eras, economic recessions, or times when job security was paramount. Their advice often comes from that place of having experienced scarcity or upheaval. They’ve been conditioned to prioritize safety and stability over risk and innovation. To them, what might seem like a careful, wise choice is actually driven by a deep-seated panic of reliving hard times.

Take the example of someone like Elon Musk. Imagine if he had listened to well-meaning, "prudent" advice when he wanted to invest in electric cars or space travel. He might have stayed safe with PayPal, never venturing out to start Tesla or SpaceX. His story shows that while cautious advice can keep you safe, it can also keep you from greatness.

So, what's the takeaway here? When you find yourself at a crossroads and older, wiser voices are urging you to play it safe, take a step back. Question whether their advice is coming from a place of genuine prudence or from fear. Weigh it against your own knowledge and your appetite for risk. It’s okay to respect their perspective, but don't let it paralyze you if your gut and your research tell you otherwise.

Imagine a young entrepreneur named Lisa. She’s got a brilliant idea for an app that could revolutionize how we manage our health data. Her parents, having lived through the dot-com bust, are apprehensive. They see potential failure everywhere and advise her to stick to a stable job. Lisa respects their concern but knows the market and believes in her idea. She balances their advice with her own insights, seeks out mentors in the tech field, and decides to go for it.

Years later, as her app gains success, she understands that her parents’ advice came from a place of love but also from their fears. She learns to appreciate their protective instincts while also trusting her own vision. And when she advises young entrepreneurs, she does so from a place of understanding both the wisdom of caution and the necessity of boldness.

In essence, it’s about finding that sweet spot between respecting the experiences of those who came before us and having the courage to forge our own path. Don’t be afraid to question the "prudence" handed down to you. Sometimes, it's just panic in disguise.