Transcendental meditation is like a car, a vehicle that allows you to go within. It's a mental technique.
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The business side of film has goofed up so many things, but even that's changing. It happened to the music industry and now it's happening to the film studios. It's crazy what's going on. But artists should have control of their work; especially if, as I always say, you never turn down a good idea and never take a bad idea.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The film industry is undergoing significant changes, empowering artists with more control over their work.
David Lynch reflects on the evolving nature of the film industry, recognizing past mistakes while noting a shift towards greater artistic control for filmmakers. He emphasizes the importance of embracing good ideas while dismissing poor ones, suggesting that artists should be proactive in shaping their own narratives and careers in a changing landscape.
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a keynote speech at a film festival discussing the evolution of artistic control in the industry.
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In today’s world of fear and uncertainty, every child should have one class period a day to dive within himself and experience the field of silence - bliss - the enormous reservoir of energy and intelligence that is deep within all of us. This is the way to save the coming generation.
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