There's no getting around it: Writing is hard, while working with young performers is nearly always a joy.
Andrew Lloyd WebberRead
I do want to write again. I hope to. But it's also important for me to realize, as I get older, that I don't have to be doing everything all at once.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of pacing oneself and understanding that not everything needs to be accomplished simultaneously.
In this quote, Andrew Lloyd Webber reflects on the desire to continue writing while acknowledging the wisdom that comes with age. He recognizes that life doesn't necessitate a rush to achieve all goals at once, suggesting that it’s acceptable to progress at one's own pace and prioritize what truly matters.
Themes
WritingPatienceLifeProgressGoals
In practice
Example use cases
Sharing this quote during a writing workshop to emphasize the importance of taking one's time in the creative process.
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