The only thing I really ever wanted to be was a cartoonist. That's my life. Drawing.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Schulz expresses that his ultimate life goal was to become a cartoonist, defining his existence through drawing.
- In plain terms
- His main purpose in life was to draw cartoons.
- What can you take from it?
- Identify your core passion and build your life around it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines your life purpose?
- How does your work reflect your identity?
Another view
Focusing on one identity may limit exploration of other talents.
More from Charles M. Schulz
I just draw what I think is funny, and I hope other people think it is funny, too.
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