Books Quote by Michael Connelly
“When I went home at 20 to tell my parents, 'I don't want to be an engineer, I want to try and write books,' I was braced for, 'That's not gonna happen.' But I didn't get that response, and maybe it was because of my dad's experience of having an artistic dream and having to put it aside.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author interview, 2015
Choosing a creative path despite expectations can be daunting but rewarding when supported by family experience.
In simple terms: Choosing a creative path can be supported by family experience.
Key Takeaway
Support family dreams.
Themes
family
career
creativity
expectations
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
personal
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career change
- writing
- family discussions
- overcoming fear
Key Concepts
self‑actualization
risk‑taking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does family history affect your career choices?
- What support helped you pursue writing?
A Different Perspective
Family expectations may still pressure conformity.
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