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“I wrote a script, and I gave it to a guy who reads scripts, and he read it, and he liked it, but he said he thinks I ought to re-write it. I said, "Fuck that - I'll just make a copy!"” quote by Mitch Hedberg
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“I wrote a script, and I gave it to a guy who reads scripts, and he read it, and he liked it, but he said he thinks I ought to re-write it. I said, "Fuck that - I'll just make a copy!"”

Mitch Hedberg

About This Quote

Source Stand‑up Comedy Routine, 2002

Creative frustration leads to impulsive shortcuts rather than refinement.

In simple terms: Frustration can cause hasty fixes.

Key Takeaway

Take time to improve, not copy.

Themes

creativity frustration shortcuts humor

Mood

playful ironic

Type

comedic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • software development
  • design
  • artistic projects

Key Concepts

improvisation creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why choose a quick fix over revision?
  • When is copying acceptable?
A Different Perspective

Shortcuts often produce lower quality results.

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