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“Then if you want something and it's a good thing and you got it in the right way, you better hang on to it and don't let nobody talk you out of it. You care what a lot of useless people say 'bout you you'll never get anywhere, 'cause there's a lotta folks don't want you to make it.” quote by Mildred D. Taylor
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““Then if you want something and it's a good thing and you got it in the right way, you better hang on to it and don't let nobody talk you out of it. You care what a lot of useless people say 'bout you you'll never get anywhere, 'cause there's a lotta folks don't want you to make it.””

Mildred D. Taylor

About This Quote

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

Hold onto valuable opportunities despite criticism from detractors.

In simple terms: Protect what matters from naysayers.

Key Takeaway

Persist with confidence.

Themes

determination self‑belief resilience criticism

Mood

motivational defiant

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • entrepreneurship
  • creative projects
  • personal goals
  • education

Key Concepts

self‑efficacy social pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • What is your most valuable asset?
  • How do you silence negative voices?
A Different Perspective

Critics may be wrong, but they can still discourage.

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