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“It terrified me to have an idea that was solely mine to be no longer a part of my mind, but totally public.” quote by Maya Lin
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“It terrified me to have an idea that was solely mine to be no longer a part of my mind, but totally public.”

Maya Lin

About This Quote

Source Interview: Public art and ideas, 2018

Sharing a personal idea publicly can feel terrifying yet liberating.

In simple terms: Public ideas can be scary.

Key Takeaway

Balance privacy with sharing.

Themes

creativity publicness vulnerability art

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

artist statement interview

When to use this quote

  • publishing work
  • exhibitions
  • online platforms

Key Concepts

psychology intellectual property collaboration

Questions to Reflect On

  • What ideas have you kept private?
  • How can you protect your work while sharing?
A Different Perspective

Fear of criticism may hinder sharing.

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