--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I have lived on a razors edge. So what if…" description: "\"I have lived on a razors edge. So what if you fall off. I'd rather be doing something I wanted to do. I'd walk it again.\" — Georgia O'Keeffe" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b65/georgia-o-keeffe-2763_creativity_i-have-lived-on-a-razors-edge-so-what-if_2157370.png" --- # I have lived on a razors edge. So what if you fall off… ![“I have lived on a razors edge. So what if you fall off. I'd rather be doing something I wanted to do. I'd walk it again.” quote by Georgia O'Keeffe](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b65/georgia-o-keeffe-2763_creativity_i-have-lived-on-a-razors-edge-so-what-if_2157370.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b65/georgia-o-keeffe-2763_creativity_i-have-lived-on-a-razors-edge-so-what-if_2157370.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b65/georgia-o-keeffe-2763_creativity_i-have-lived-on-a-razors-edge-so-what-if_2157370.png) > “I have lived on a razors edge. So what if you fall off. I'd rather be doing something I wanted to do. I'd walk it again.” [Georgia O'Keeffe](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/georgia-o-keeffe/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The speaker embraces risk, preferring to pursue passions despite danger. **In simple terms:** Live on the edge and follow your desires. Key Takeaway Take bold actions aligned with personal passion. Themes risk passion authenticity Mood determined inspired Type motivational philosophical When to use this quote - artist interview - personal philosophy - motivational speech Key Concepts artistic expression personal freedom courage Questions to Reflect On - What risks are worth taking? - How do you balance safety with desire? A Different Perspective Risk can lead to negative outcomes. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Creativity](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/creativity/) [Edge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/edge/) [Inspirational](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/inspirational/) [Play](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/play/) ## Related quotes > [Beauty walks a razors edge, someday I'll make it mine.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/bob-dylan/beauty-walks-a-razors-edge-someday-i-ll-make-it-mine/) [Bob Dylan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/bob-dylan/) > [Come to the edge.' 'We can't. We're afraid.' 'Come to the edge.' 'We can't. We will fall!' 'Come to the edge.' 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