Ambitious Quote by Nancy Milford
““I hope I'll never get ambitious enough to try anything. It's so much nicer to be damned sure I could do it better than other people - and I might not could if I tried...””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Biography of Zelda Fitzgerald, 1992
The speaker fears ambition because it threatens comfort and certainty, preferring safe confidence over risk.
In simple terms: Fear of ambition leads to safe choices.
Key Takeaway
Embrace risk over comfort.
Themes
fear
comfort
ambition
risk
confidence
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- creative projects
- personal growth
- relationship choices
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑esteem
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you try if fear vanished?
- How does safety limit growth?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can blind you to true potential.
