Ifs Quote by Ralph Fletcher
“G.K. Chesterton once said: If something is worth doing, it is worth doing badly. I live by this philosophy when I teach writing. It seems to me vastly more important that a student try a new technique in her writing, and use it imperfectly, than never try the technique at all.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Teaching Writing, 2005
If a task is worthwhile, doing it imperfectly is still valuable; trying new techniques, even badly, outweighs never trying at all.
In simple terms: Try imperfectly, learn.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imperfect practice.
Themes
learning
creativity
risk
Mood
encouraging
practical
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- classroom writing
- personal projects
- skill development
Key Concepts
growth mindset
educational theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What fear stops you from trying?
- How can you measure improvement?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can hinder progress.
