Assurance Quote by Natalie Goldberg
“There is no security, no assurance that because we wrote something good two months ago, we will do it again. Actually, every time we begin, we wonder how we ever did it before.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing on the Edge, 2019
Past successes do not guarantee future performance; each new attempt requires fresh confidence and effort.
In simple terms: Past success isn’t a promise.
Key Takeaway
Approach each project as a new challenge.
Themes
creativity
self-doubt
growth
Mood
inquisitive
optimistic
Type
creative
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- product development
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
mindset
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits help you reset confidence?
- How do you measure progress beyond past results?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on past achievements can breed complacency.
