Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.
George LucasRead
I loved photography and everybody said it was a crazy thing to do because in those days nobody made it into the film business. I mean, unless you were related to somebody there was no way in.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Pursuing passion in a challenging field can seem irrational, but determination can lead to success.
George Lucas reflects on his love for photography and the skepticism he faced from others who deemed his ambition to enter the film industry as improbable. At a time when connections were essential for success, he highlights the power of passion and determination in overcoming societal doubts and barriers.
Themes
PhotographyPassionDeterminationFilmSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about following your dreams in the arts.
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