Amount Quote by Jules Feiffer
“Eventually, if it's on your mind, you stumble on it. You need a certain amount of luck and persistence.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: On the nature of ideas, Jules Feiffer, 1978
Ideas surface when they occupy your thoughts; luck and persistence help you recognize and develop them.
In simple terms: Thoughts become ideas with effort and chance.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate persistence and stay open to chance.
Themes
creativity
ideas
luck
persistence
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing
- research
- problem solving
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Cognitive incubation
serendipity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you create space for ideas?
- What role does luck play in your work?
A Different Perspective
Ideas may never appear without effort.
