Curves Quote by Diana Wynne Jones
“But I do think that when people say 'a learning curve,' they make a mistake. Learning to me always seems to go in a straight, ignorant line and then, every so often, takes a jump straight upward.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, Diana Wynne Jones, 1995
Learning is not a smooth curve but a series of jumps, with periods of steady progress interrupted by sudden leaps forward.
In simple terms: Learning happens in bursts, not a steady line.
Embrace sudden breakthroughs.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- skill acquisition
- career advancement
- creative projects
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What jumps have you experienced in learning?
- How can you prepare for sudden leaps?
Expecting linear progress can cause frustration when learning stalls.