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Belief Quote by Tino Sehgal

“I have this belief that if you have an idea, and you have to write it down to remember it, then it can't be a great idea.” quote by Tino Sehgal
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“I have this belief that if you have an idea, and you have to write it down to remember it, then it can't be a great idea.”

Tino Sehgal

About This Quote

Source Interview: Art Basel, 2015

Ideas that must be recorded are often not the most profound; true insight often emerges spontaneously.

In simple terms: Great ideas often appear without notes.

Key Takeaway

Trust intuition, not forced documentation.

Themes

creativity intuition spontaneity

Mood

contemplative curious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • brainstorming sessions
  • writing workshops
  • personal reflection
  • project planning

Key Concepts

cognitive bias creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on notes for your best ideas?
  • How can you capture fleeting thoughts without stifling them?
A Different Perspective

Some concepts benefit from note‑taking to develop further.

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