Brick wall Quote by Feist
“When I stopped touring, it was like trying to stop a bullet train or a giant lead ball falling from a 100 stories up - it's momentum and it doesn't just stop. I drew a line in the calendar and made it a brick wall and just stopped dead. There was no other way. It would've taken another 100 years to slow down slowly. I had to let myself imagine a calendar with no lines; when every single day is being predetermined six months in advance, there's no more fluidity to time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Music Production, 2020
The quote describes how breaking a relentless schedule feels like trying to halt massive momentum, requiring a drastic, decisive change to regain flexibility.
In simple terms: Stopping a relentless schedule needs a bold, sudden break.
Key Takeaway
Create a clear, firm boundary to reset momentum.
Themes
discipline
momentum
change
time management
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career burnout
- project planning
- personal routines
- creative blocks
Key Concepts
psychology of habit
creative flow
life design
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundary can you set to break a harmful rhythm?
- How does redefining time affect your creativity?
A Different Perspective
A sudden stop may cause shock or loss of progress if not managed carefully.
