Feel Quote by Meryl Streep
“I don't really talk about my process very much, because I feel like if I give something away, it might not come back.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Magazine profile on creative process, 2018
She protects her creative ideas by keeping them private, fearing that sharing may diminish their value or return.
In simple terms: She keeps her process secret to protect it.
Guard your ideas, but share selectively for growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artistic collaboration
- writing workshops
- idea incubation
- networking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you share your process?
- How does secrecy affect collaboration?
Too much secrecy can limit feedback and improvement.