Annoyed Quote by Ben Howard
“I'm not prolific, I go over stuff and it goes for me and sometimes against me. I'm annoyed that I don't do enough stuff off-the-cuff. It's a difficult thing to do something quickly and stand behind it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Musician Ben Howard on Creativity, 2021
He struggles with productivity, feeling conflicted about spontaneous work versus careful crafting.
In simple terms: Struggles with spontaneous work vs. careful crafting.
Balance spontaneity with refinement.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- writing
- design work
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your most authentic output?
- How can you trust quick ideas?
May lead to perfectionism paralysis.