Attract Quote by Andrew Solomon
““If something or someone doesn’t work, it’s in a state of grace, progress, and evolution. It will attract love and empathy. If it does work, it has merely completed its job and is probably dead.””
About This Quote
The quote suggests that when something fails, it remains in a developmental phase that invites compassion, whereas success may signal the end of its purpose.
In simple terms: Failure invites growth and empathy; success may mean completion.
Embrace setbacks as opportunities for evolution.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal setbacks
- project management
- relationships
- creative endeavors
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you view failure in your life?
- When might success signal a need for change?
Success can sometimes be a dead end rather than a goal.