Gratitude Quote by Roger Deakin
““The real wages of potters are in the daily silent appreciations of each of their customers as they pour the morning tea from their teapot, or drink coffee from their mug, or eat dinner off their plate. To be this involved in the daily lives of people who appreciate and admire your work enough to buy it must bring deep reassurance. It is a kind of immortality you can enjoy while still living. The same goes for the woodworker. You are part of the community.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Country Diary of an Artist, 1995
Craftspeople find lasting meaning in everyday appreciation from customers, creating a sense of immortality through community connection.
In simple terms: Art lives on in daily gratitude.
Key Takeaway
Create work that serves daily life.
Themes
craft
community
gratitude
legacy
purpose
Mood
reflective
warm
inspirational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- selling handmade goods
- teaching workshops
- local markets
- collaborative art projects
Key Concepts
craftsmanship
social connection
meaningfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artisans sustain fulfillment beyond praise?
- What alternative ways can creators find lasting purpose?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on constant customer appreciation can be unstable; success may be fleeting.
