Am Quote by Freddie Hubbard
“Dizzy used to tell me that I am playing too hard. He used to say to not give everything. Miles used to tell me that too.”
About This Quote
Friends caution the speaker against overexertion, urging moderation and balance in effort.
In simple terms: Advice to avoid overdoing things.
Key Takeaway
Practice moderation in pursuits.
Themes
balance
self-care
advice
moderation
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- work
- sports
- creative projects
- daily routines
Key Concepts
personal limits
wise counsel
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas of your life need more balance?
- How can you set healthy limits?
A Different Perspective
The speaker may ignore the advice and burn out.
![“I used to try to play like [Miles Davis], and Miles caught me copying him one night at Birdland. He said, 'Hey man, why don't you play some of your own stuff.' So, I finally did, because I had copied all his solos.” quote by Freddie Hubbard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d23/freddie-hubbard-25585_caught_i-used-to-try-to-play-like-miles-davis-a_232770.jpg)
![“Don't make the mistakes I made of not taking care of myself. Please, keeps your chops cool and don't overblow. If you are going to play hard, be sure to warm up. I'd get carried away trying to stay right with the momentum [of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers]. I used to try and play like…” quote by Freddie Hubbard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c8b/freddie-hubbard-25585_art_don-t-make-the-mistakes-i-made-of-not-ta_595754.jpg)
