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Children Quote by Jane Campion

“I had a daughter who was 9 years old and I had the feeling I wasn't going to be a real parent if I didn't quit making movies for a while and spend time with her. I also felt that I'd made enough movies and said what I had to say at the time.” quote by Jane Campion
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“I had a daughter who was 9 years old and I had the feeling I wasn't going to be a real parent if I didn't quit making movies for a while and spend time with her. I also felt that I'd made enough movies and said what I had to say at the time.”

Jane Campion

About This Quote

Parenthood prompted a career pause, prioritizing family over continued filmmaking after feeling she’d said her artistic piece.

In simple terms: Family over career

Key Takeaway

Life milestones can redirect creative focus

Themes

parenthood career balance self‑reflection

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

personal narrative confession

When to use this quote

  • interview
  • memoir excerpt
  • talk show

Key Concepts

life transition creative fulfillment

Practical Applications

  • career counseling
  • work‑life balance workshops

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do personal milestones reshape artistic goals?
  • When is it right to step back from a career?
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