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“... the more you love what you do, the harder it is to do it well enough to get by yourself.” quote by Marie Dressler
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“... the more you love what you do, the harder it is to do it well enough to get by yourself.”

Marie Dressler

About This Quote

Source Film: Min and, Marie Dressler, 1930

The more you love your work, the harder it becomes to do it well enough for self‑sufficiency.

In simple terms: Passion can create pressure to excel.

Key Takeaway

Balance love for work with realistic expectations.

Themes

work passion self‑sufficiency pressure creativity

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • career
  • entrepreneurship
  • artistic pursuits
  • self‑employment

Key Concepts

Economics of labor psychology of passion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain quality without self‑imposed pressure?
  • When does love for work become a burden?
A Different Perspective

Passion may lead to burnout.

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