Having fun Quote by Bill Burnett
““When an activity is done to win, to advance, to achieve—even if it’s “fun” to do so—it’s not play. It may be a wonderful thing, but it’s still not play. The question here is what brings you joy purely in the doing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans, 2016
When an activity is pursued for external rewards rather than intrinsic joy, it ceases to be play; true play is driven by pure enjoyment of the act.
In simple terms: Play is joy for its own sake.
Key Takeaway
Seek activities that bring pure joy.
Themes
play
intrinsic motivation
joy
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hobbies
- work projects
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
psychology
motivation
purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- What activity feels like play to you?
- Do you chase rewards over joy?
A Different Perspective
Competition can blur the line between play and work.
