It's a measure of how far I've come that I didn't bother…
““It's a measure of how far I've come that I didn't bother to say, "This is impossible." I'd gotten the hang of it now. -Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere (comics adaptation by Mike Carey and Glenn Fabry)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Progress is measured by refusing to label challenges impossible.
In simple terms: Refusing "impossible" shows growth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace challenges without doubt.
Themes
growth
resilience
mindset
Mood
motivational
determined
Type
inspirational
pragmatic
When to use this quote
- starting a new project
- overcoming a setback
- personal development
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
belief
Questions to Reflect On
- When did you first doubt yourself?
- What would change if you said "impossible"?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate real difficulty.