Actually Quote by Philippe Petit
“For years, I have been working on crossing the Grand Canyon. Actually, there is nobody who says 'no,' but since this is a project that comes from me and not a commission, I have to find the money, plan the logistics, etcetera.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Walking a Tightrope, 2015
Pursuing a personal, self‑initiated project requires self‑funding, planning, and logistical effort without external mandates.
In simple terms: Personal projects need money, planning, and logistics.
Plan and fund your own vision.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- starting a business
- independent art
- personal challenges
- budgeting
- logistics planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources do you need to start your vision?
- How can you mitigate risks in self‑driven projects?
Funding and logistics can stall even the most creative ideas.