Collections Quote by Shirley Geok-lin Lim
“I have some weak poems in that new collection, which is why I'm not ready to send the collection out yet.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: "The Unfinished Garden", 2022
Self‑doubt can stall creative work; the author delays publishing until feeling the work meets personal standards.
In simple terms: Fear of imperfection holds back sharing art.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection and share.
Themes
creativity
self‑criticism
perfectionism
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing
- publishing
- self‑expression
Key Concepts
artistic process
confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- What would happen if you released work imperfectly?
- How do you balance standards with vulnerability?
A Different Perspective
None; some argue that perfectionism can drive higher quality.
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