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“Working at the 'Review', if anything, the impression you got was, 'I'll never be good enough. I'll never work hard enough. I'll never be devoted enough.' These people are staying up all night over their sentences!” quote by Sigrid Nunez
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“Working at the 'Review', if anything, the impression you got was, 'I'll never be good enough. I'll never work hard enough. I'll never be devoted enough.' These people are staying up all night over their sentences!”

Sigrid Nunez

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Perfectionism fuels endless self‑doubt, making one feel perpetually inadequate despite hard work.

In simple terms: Perfectionism creates chronic self‑criticism.

Key Takeaway

Accept effort, not flawless output.

Themes

self‑doubt perfectionism creative pressure

Mood

anxious determined

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • academic writing
  • creative projects
  • career advancement
  • personal goals

Key Concepts

psychology writing self‑esteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards do you set for yourself?
  • How can you celebrate progress?
A Different Perspective

High standards can motivate excellence when balanced.

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