Ambitious Quote by Ryan Holiday
“Like pretty much every other ambitious person, I always figured I'd eventually move to New York. It is, at this point, half-dream and half-obligation for people trying to do big things. It's the American Dream inside the American Dream.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Obstacle Is the Way, 2014
The allure of a big city becomes both a dream and a duty for ambitious people.
In simple terms: Big city is dream and duty.
Key Takeaway
Weigh ambition against reality.
Themes
ambition
city
dream
Mood
reflective
ambitious
Type
personal
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relocation
- goal setting
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Is New York still your goal?
- What obligations drive you?
A Different Perspective
Dreams can become burdens; reassess motives.
