Doe Quote by Glenda Jackson
“To have something which one particularly wants to do is more important than anything else. It is even more important than succeeding in that thing you want to do. In fact it does not matter if you fail, but it does matter that you do or do not want to do something.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 1992
True desire outweighs outcomes; the act of wanting drives purpose more than success or failure.
In simple terms: Wanting matters more than succeeding.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize genuine desire over results.
Themes
purpose
motivation
values
success
failure
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career choices
- creative projects
- personal goals
- relationship commitments
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
self-determination
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you pursue what you truly want or what seems rewarding?
- How does fear of failure affect your willingness to want?
A Different Perspective
Desire alone may not guarantee fulfillment without action.
