Chasing Quote by Neil Gaiman
“Remember that, sooner or later, before it ever reaches perfection, you will have to let it go and move on and start to write the next thing. Perfection is like chasing the horizon. Keep moving.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015, Neil Gaiman
Perfection is unattainable; progress requires letting go and moving forward to create new work.
In simple terms: Perfection is a moving target; keep creating.
Embrace imperfection and keep creating.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing projects
- artistic endeavors
- career transitions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What unfinished project could you release now?
- How does letting go fuel new ideas?
Obsession with perfection can stall progress.