Chance Quote by Michael J. Gelb
“Crazy people who are productive are geniuses. Crazy people who are rich are eccentric. Crazy people who are neither productive nor rich are just plain crazy. Geniuses and crazy people are both out in the middle of a deep ocean; geniuses swim, crazy people drown. Most of us are sitting safely on the shore. Take a chance and get your feet wet.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Creative Living for a Creative Age, 1995
Creative intensity can be both genius and madness; balance risk and action to achieve growth.
In simple terms: Creative people can be both brilliant and unstable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace risk, act boldly.
Themes
creativity
risk
balance
Mood
inspirational
cautious
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- artistic projects
- personal development
Key Concepts
psychology
productivity
eccentricity
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you channeling creative energy productively?
- How do you differentiate genius from folly?
A Different Perspective
Extreme behavior may lead to burnout or instability.
