Bed Quote by Jonathan Adler
“I've had a million setbacks along the way--from kiln fires burning down buildings to shipping disasters--that should have put me out of business, or at least left me lying in the fetal position on my bed for a few days. Luckily, though, I've never for one second thought that I had any other option than to just keep going.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Design Talk with Jonathan Adler, 2019
Despite repeated failures, perseverance and a refusal to consider quitting drive success.
In simple terms: Keep going despite setbacks.
Key Takeaway
Never give up; keep moving forward.
Themes
resilience
entrepreneurship
determination
Mood
motivational
realistic
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- starting a business
- creative projects
- personal crises
Key Concepts
failure as feedback
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance persistence with self‑care?
- What lessons have failures taught you?
A Different Perspective
Perseverance may lead to burnout without rest.
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