Achieve Quote by Graham Greene
“I aim to be content with what I produce. It's an aim I never achieve, but I go over my work word by word, time and again, so as to be as little dissatisfied as possible.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The End of the Affair, 1951
The author strives for satisfaction with his work, repeatedly revising to minimize dissatisfaction.
In simple terms: He wants to be happy with his output, constantly editing.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection, keep refining.
Themes
self‑criticism
perfectionism
creative process
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- editing
- personal growth
- artistic satisfaction
Key Concepts
self‑assessment
mindful editing
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance quality and completion?
- When does editing become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can stall progress if over‑done.
