Alexander Quote by Judith Viorst
“I actually sat down and started three Alexanders at the same time. Two of them went in the trash and got stomped on because I hated the idea so much. And the one I came up with, I got very excited by. And that's 'Alexander, Who's Trying His Best to Be the Best Boy Ever'.”
About This Quote
The speaker describes a creative process where multiple ideas are generated, discarded, and the surviving concept is refined into an optimistic, self-improving character, highlighting perseverance and self-critique.
In simple terms: Iterative idea testing leads to a refined, hopeful outcome.
Key Takeaway
Discard bad ideas, nurture the promising one.
Themes
creativity
self-improvement
iteration
optimism
character development
Mood
determined
hopeful
playful
Type
anecdote
inspirational
creative process
When to use this quote
- brainstorming sessions
- writing drafts
- product design
- team meetings
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
idea generation
evaluation
refinement
personal growth
Practical Applications
- Developing a motivational mascot for a brand
- Creating a narrative arc for a story
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria determine which ideas to discard?
- How does the final concept reflect the creator's values?
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