Theory means little if it can't be practically applied to circumstances.
I love the fact that you make use of practical(experience had) to explain things to Smallsteps which is beautiful.
There are lots of theoretical things we never get to practice in school but the outside world makes experience the best teacher.
Also, being patient means a lot as it helps with our flexibility just like you said.
In a world where being first feels like a trophy to many, it is strange just to be the first to arrive either than being the first to take charge.
People don't want the responsibility, or risk the consequences of actually being first. First to be judged. First to be blamed. First to be punished.
Hehe... Well, they are missing out on the first stuff. That is legendary.