Desire Quote by Seth Godin
“The desire that we have to do something that’s never been done before means that the people who are around you generally will not encourage you to do it…if they were encouraging you to do it, then other people would be doing it already and it wouldn’t be unique.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Icarus Deception, Seth Godin, 2012
Innovation often faces resistance because people prefer familiar paths; uniqueness can isolate the creator.
In simple terms: New ideas are often discouraged because they’re unfamiliar.
Key Takeaway
Embrace criticism as a sign of originality.
Themes
innovation
creativity
social pressure
uniqueness
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- starting a business
- launching a product
- introducing a novel process
- challenging norms
Key Concepts
risk tolerance
conformity
entrepreneurship
Questions to Reflect On
- What unique idea have you suppressed due to others’ doubts?
- How can you turn criticism into constructive feedback?
A Different Perspective
Not all resistance is negative; it can highlight valid concerns or market realities.
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