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“Give yourself an impossible task and solve it - then you've got a really good story.” quote by Carl Reiner
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“Give yourself an impossible task and solve it - then you've got a really good story.”

Carl Reiner

About This Quote

Source Interview: Variety Magazine, 1990

Setting an impossible goal creates a compelling story when achieved.

In simple terms: Impossible tasks make great stories.

Key Takeaway

Pursue challenging goals.

Themes

creativity storytelling ambition

Mood

inspirational cautious

Type

creative motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal growth
  • artistic projects

Key Concepts

writing motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes an impossible task worthwhile?
  • How to balance ambition with realism?
A Different Perspective

Impossible tasks can cause burnout.

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