If I show somebody something that I've written and they…
“If I show somebody something that I've written and they say, "Eh...alright," I just put it away and I never show it to anyone again. But I know people who won't take no for an answer, and eventually someone pays attention.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He discards work that receives lukewarm feedback, preferring to keep creating until someone truly engages.
In simple terms: He stops sharing if feedback is indifferent.
Persist despite mild rejection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artistic process
- publishing
- feedback loops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to keep a piece?
- What defines “real” attention?
Even indifferent responses can hide potential value.