Changed Quote by Jennifer Egan
“I think the one thing that's changed over time is that I've come to realise, as a fiction writer, the fact that I don't think it will work out, doesn't mean that it actually won't.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015
A writer learns that personal doubt doesn’t guarantee failure; optimism can coexist with uncertainty.
In simple terms: Doubt isn’t destiny.
Key Takeaway
Stay hopeful despite uncertainty.
Themes
self‑doubt
optimism
creative process
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing projects
- career decisions
- personal goals
- risk taking
Key Concepts
psychology
resilience
expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance doubt and hope?
- What steps keep you moving forward?
A Different Perspective
Optimism may blind you to real risks.
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