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I'm always drawn to the thing I think I can't possibly do…

“I'm always drawn to the thing I think I can't possibly do, because I tend to be better when I think I can't possibly do something than I am when I'm pretty sure I can do something.” quote by Emily Mortimer
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“I'm always drawn to the thing I think I can't possibly do, because I tend to be better when I think I can't possibly do something than I am when I'm pretty sure I can do something.”

Emily Mortimer

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She finds that challenging tasks that seem impossible inspire her to perform better than when she feels confident.

In simple terms: Impossible challenges boost performance more than confidence.

Key Takeaway

Embrace tough challenges to unlock potential.

Themes

growth confidence challenge performance

Mood

determined inspired

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • creative projects
  • learning new skills
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

self‑efficacy risk‑taking motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What impossible task could you tackle now?
  • How does doubt fuel your effort?
A Different Perspective

If the task feels too impossible, anxiety may hinder effort.

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