Nintendo's philosophy is never to go the easy path; it's always to challenge ourselves and try to do something new.
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I think that inside every adult is the heart of a child. We just gradually convince ourselves that we have to act more like adults.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that adults often suppress their inner child as they grow up, conforming to societal expectations.
Shigeru Miyamoto's quote reflects the struggle many adults face between the carefree nature of childhood and the responsibilities of adulthood. It emphasizes the idea that while we grow and mature, we often lose touch with the imaginative and playful aspects of ourselves, as we learn to abide by societal norms and expectations that dictate adult behavior. Itβs a reminder to reconnect with that inner child and embrace our creativity and joy.
Themes
Inner ChildAdulthoodCreativitySocietyPlayfulness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing creativity in the workplace.
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