Anxiety Quote by Merrill Markoe
“I have learned that the stuff that causes me anxiety, the stuff I instinctively veer away from, is usually a road map to where my own creative growth can be found. So I consciously head toward the places that make me uncomfortable.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, 2019, USA
Anxiety‑inducing situations often point to areas where creative growth occurs; she seeks them deliberately.
In simple terms: Discomfort can guide creative growth.
Key Takeaway
Pursue uncomfortable challenges.
Themes
anxiety
growth
creativity
self‑direction
courage
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
self‑help
creative
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- artistic projects
- personal therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
creative development
risk‑taking
Questions to Reflect On
- What uncomfortable task will you try next?
- How does fear inform your creative choices?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical limits of anxiety.
