Acting Quote by Michael Shurtleff
“If we lived for reality, we'd be dead, every last one of us. Only dreams keep us going.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Acting, 1985
Dreams give purpose and hope; living only in reality leads to despair.
In simple terms: Dreams sustain us.
Key Takeaway
Nurture your dreams.
Themes
hope
creativity
purpose
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- artistic pursuits
- personal setbacks
Key Concepts
existentialism
motivation
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What dreams drive you?
- How can you balance dreams with reality?
A Different Perspective
Dreams can be unrealistic.
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