About Quote by Spike Jonze
“A lot of times, you have an idea, and all the things you are thinking about might fuel it. But that's not where the idea came from.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2015
Ideas are sparked by external thoughts, not just internal origin.
In simple terms: Ideas come from surrounding thoughts.
Observe and reflect on your thoughts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- design
- problem solving
- brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What thoughts precede your ideas?
- How can you cultivate fertile mental environments?
Ideas may still arise without conscious effort.