Kids Quote by I. M. Pei
“I didn't want to think about a project that I couldn't finish. That's a kind of temptation. One has to realize one's limitations. Why kid yourself? ”
About This Quote
Recognizing personal limits avoids futile effort and self‑deception.
In simple terms: Know your limits to avoid impossible tasks.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits, set realistic goals.
Themes
self‑awareness
limitations
goal setting
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- creative work
- personal development
Key Concepts
self‑deception
temptation
project management
Questions to Reflect On
- What tasks truly exceed your capacity?
- How can you stretch limits safely?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on limits can stifle growth; balance with challenge.
![“When I got the opportunity to do the new wing [the Schauhaus] for the German Historical Museum, for instance, I didn't see it as an opportunity for my own ego, to do something so exciting that every architectural publication would want to put it on the cover. I accepted it because I knew it was…” quote by I. M. Pei](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/89d/i-m-pei-21076_accepted_when-i-got-the-opportunity-to-do-the-new_284075.jpg)
