The moral of the story of tortoise and rabbit race, slow and steady win the race or laziness loses the race !?

Question

for example If I drive slow and steady I may not meet the accident but everyday I will be late to office/School/College/interview, etc.

Answer 1

The finish line is simply a metaphor for the completion of something, a task, an essay, a book. Take your time to do something properly and you will win.

The hare showed arrogance, which is not a very attractive trait and became so over confident he took a nap. Should've gone for a walk with the tortoise instead, and then run for the last 50 yards!

You don't need to drive too slowly to get to work/office etc., just a little bit slower and more carefully, then leave 5 minutes earlier.

Answer 2

I do agree that it is to do with slow and steady wins the race. It can be meant in many different ways though. I guess slow and steady gets the prize.

It doesn't necessarily mean that you will miss the accident but be late for work. I think it's meant to be in a more positive way - like a metaphor.

I think it means good things come to those who wait. I know that I have taken my job opportunities slowly but now I have this ripper job that will lead me faster quicker. I think it really means that patience is a virtue. Do it properly and you win.