Decided Quote by Edward Albee
“Well, when I was six years old I decided, not that I was going to be, but with my usual modesty, that I was a writer.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, 1962
A child’s early self‑declaration of identity can be both modest and confident, shaping future aspirations.
In simple terms: He claimed to be a writer at six, modestly confident.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge early aspirations, even if modest.
Themes
identity
confidence
aspiration
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- career planning
- creative pursuits
- self‑esteem development
- goal setting
Key Concepts
self‑concept
early ambition
Questions to Reflect On
- What early belief still guides you?
- How to nurture modest confidence?
A Different Perspective
Early claims may not match later reality.