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What about your family?" "Please. They have to tell me I'm…

“What about your family?" "Please. They have to tell me I'm a good designer. That's their job." Diana thought of her mother saying, I didn't expect you to win. "Not necessarily." "Oh man, do you have one of those though-love families? I just don't buy into that." "Why not?" Diana asked cautiously…” quote by Leigh Bardugo
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““What about your family?" "Please. They have to tell me I'm a good designer. That's their job." Diana thought of her mother saying, I didn't expect you to win. "Not necessarily." "Oh man, do you have one of those though-love families? I just don't buy into that." "Why not?" Diana asked cautiously. "Because the whole world loves to tell us what we can't do, that we aren't good enough. The people in your own house should be on your side. It's the people who never learn the word impossible who make history, because they're the ones who keep trying.””

Leigh Bardugo

About This Quote

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

The quote highlights that supportive family members empower us, while societal doubts limit ambition; those who reject impossibility achieve greatness.

In simple terms: Support from loved ones fuels achievement; doubt hinders.

Key Takeaway

Seek encouragement, reject limiting beliefs.

Themes

family support self‑belief determination

Mood

hopeful determined reflective

Type

inspirational motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career ambition
  • creative projects
  • personal setbacks
  • overcoming criticism

Key Concepts

psychology motivation social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who in your life truly champions your goals?
  • How can you cultivate inner resilience when support is lacking?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook that not all families are supportive, and external mentors also matter.

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