I think the trouble with artists or chefs who whine about criticism is that if you love the good reviews, you have to at least read the bad ones.
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Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness. And they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy... or they become legend.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Listening to one's inner voice can lead to great achievements or madness.
This quote by Jim Harrison emphasizes the dual nature of self-awareness and introspection. It suggests that those who can clearly hear and follow their inner voice can either achieve legendary status by embracing their true selves, or they may be perceived as eccentric or 'crazy' by society for their unconventional thoughts and actions.
Themes
Inner VoiceLegendSelf-AwarenessMadnessSelf-Discovery
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could serve as a great opener for a talk on creativity and innovation.
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