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About yourself Quote by Bob Dylan

“DESTINY is a feeling you have that you know something about yourself nobody else does. The picture you have in your own mind of what you're about WILL COME TRUE. It's a kind of a thing you kind of have to keep to your own self, because it's a fragile feeling, and you put it out there, then someone…” quote by Bob Dylan
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“DESTINY is a feeling you have that you know something about yourself nobody else does. The picture you have in your own mind of what you're about WILL COME TRUE. It's a kind of a thing you kind of have to keep to your own self, because it's a fragile feeling, and you put it out there, then someone will kill it. It's best to keep that all inside.”

Bob Dylan

About This Quote

Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1975

Belief in a personal vision can drive destiny, but sharing it risks vulnerability and sabotage.

In simple terms: Keep your inner vision private to protect it.

Key Takeaway

Guard your dreams from external criticism.

Themes

self‑belief vulnerability creativity

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advisory inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal goal setting
  • artistic creation
  • career planning
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

psychology identity confidence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you protect your inner vision while seeking support?
  • When is it safe to share your dreams?
A Different Perspective

Sharing ideas can invite doubt or sabotage, so balance openness with protection.

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