Evening Quote by Claes Oldenburg
“I just started to do my own thing for about a year and a half, and I worked in the evening selling phonograph records. Then I said to myself, "I'm afraid I have to go to New York after all."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Oral History, 1970s, Claes Oldenburg
He describes early independence, selling records while fearing relocation to New York.
In simple terms: Early work and fear of moving to a big city.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change despite fear.
Themes
independence
career
fear
urban migration
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
personal
career
When to use this quote
- selling records
- career transition
- relocating
- personal growth
Key Concepts
self-reliance
entrepreneurship
anxiety
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you pursue if fear vanished?
- How does small‑scale work prepare for big moves?
A Different Perspective
Fear may limit opportunities if not managed.
