Evidence Quote by W. C. Fields
“Try till you succeed...if you don't succeed once, then destroy all evidence of the fact that you tried!”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Unknown source, attributed to W. C. Fields
The quote humorously suggests that failure can be hidden by erasing proof of effort, implying that success is the only acceptable outcome.
In simple terms: Hide failures by destroying evidence of trying.
Key Takeaway
Accept failure as part of learning.
Themes
humor
failure
perseverance
Mood
wry
reflective
Type
humorous
cautionary
When to use this quote
- Personal projects
- career setbacks
- creative endeavors
- public performance
Key Concepts
Self‑deception
image management
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever hide your failures?
- What would happen if you embraced them?
A Different Perspective
Denial prevents growth and learning from mistakes.
