When the uncreative tell the creative what to do, it stops being art.
Tony BennettRead
I have grown to appreciate the power of believing in myself and of always having faith in myself. I rarely look back; instead, I always look forward. There is so much of life that we miss when we wallow in regret.
Interpretation
Believing in oneself is essential for personal growth and forward momentum.
This quote emphasizes the importance of self-belief and maintaining a positive outlook towards the future. Tony Bennett highlights that dwelling on past regrets can prevent individuals from fully experiencing life, and that true growth comes from looking ahead with confidence and faith in oneself.
In practice
In a motivational speech about pursuing dreams.
When the uncreative tell the creative what to do, it stops being art.
Someday, when I'm awfully low, and the world is cold, I will feel a glow just thinking of you, and the way you look tonight.
I lived for 15 years in Los Angeles, and I still can't believe that the handsomest man in the world, Cary Grant, and the greatest performer in the world, Fred Astaire, and Johnny Carson, one after another - they were all in my home at different times. I celebrated my 50th birthday with them. Unforgettable.
My goal as a creative person is to express truth and beauty in whatever I do
If you follow your passion, you'll never work a day in your life.
To me, life is a gift, and it's a blessing to just be alive. And each person should learn what a gift it is to be alive no matter how tough things get.
Every fight can be the last one, that's why for every fight I prepare myself like it's the last fight of my career.
A positive attitude and personal motivation allow you to remain excited about what you are doing - no matter how difficult the challenges may be day to day.
I don't feel too much pressure. I only see an opportunity.
Ineffective people live day after day with unused potential. They experience synergy only in small, peripheral ways in their lives. But creative experiences can be produced regularly, consistently, almost daily in people's lives. It requires enormous personal security and openness and a spirit of adventure.
Anything you put your mind to and add your imagination into can make your life a lot better and a lot more fun.
Before you leave the house, you need to make up your mind that you’re going to stay positive and enjoy the day no matter what comes your way. You have to decide ahead of time.
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