Ambition Quote by Diane Setterfield
“For several decades, I believed it was necessary to be extraordinary if you wanted to write, and since I wasn't, I gave up my ambition and settled down to a life of reading.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author talk, 2018
The belief that one must be extraordinary to write can discourage aspiring writers, leading them to settle for reading.
In simple terms: Feeling ordinary can halt creative ambition.
Key Takeaway
Encourage writing regardless of perceived talent.
Themes
creativity
self‑doubt
literature
Mood
inspirational
encouraging
Type
advice
personal development
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- self‑publishing
- creative retreats
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑efficacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take to write?
- How do you define “extraordinary”?
A Different Perspective
Not all need to be extraordinary.
