When you make a decision, you don't have to be locked into…
“When you make a decision, you don't have to be locked into it. One of the ways that you grow is by starting over. There are all kinds of really powerful things in that moment, which is what makes story work. Part of Laurie's Keller personality is this ability to revise, to come back and to look at things from a different angle. I don't want to tell stories too much out of school, but Laurie Keller is the only person who sent me a card on my birthday and then sent me a revision.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Decisions aren’t permanent; revisiting and revising them fuels growth and enriches storytelling.
In simple terms: Decisions can be revised for growth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace flexibility and view revisions as creative opportunities.
Themes
creativity
growth
flexibility
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing drafts
- career changes
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
narrative development
learning mindset
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you successfully restarted a project?
- How does revision improve your work?
A Different Perspective
Constant change can cause indecision.