Experience, then, was something that enabled you to do nothing with a clear conscience. Experience was an overrated quality.
In "Juliet, Naked" by Nick Hornby, the concept of experience is scrutinized, suggesting that having experience doesn't necessarily lead to productive outcomes. Instead, it might give individuals a false sense of security, allowing them to justify inaction under the guise of having learned from past experiences.
This perspective implies that while experience is often praised as a valuable asset, it may be overrated. Rather than equipping people to take meaningful action, it can sometimes serve as a barrier, encouraging complacency rather than growth and progress.