Bad habit Quote by Wes Montgomery
“It's impossible for me to feel like there's only one way to do a thing. There's nothing wrong with having one way of doing it, but I think it's a bad habit. I believe in range. Like, there's a lot of tunes that I play all the time-sometimes I hear 'em in a different register. And if you don't have complete freedom, or you won't let yourself get away from that one straight line, oh, my goodness, that's too horrible to even think about.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz Guitarist Wes Montgomery, 1960s, null
Embracing flexibility and variety in approach prevents creative stagnation and promotes growth.
In simple terms: Variety fuels growth.
Key Takeaway
Seek multiple perspectives.
Themes
creativity
flexibility
growth
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- musical composition
- problem solving
- personal development
Key Concepts
Jazz improvisation
habit formation
cognitive diversity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you broaden your methods?
- What habits restrict your flexibility?
A Different Perspective
Sticking to one method can limit innovation.
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