I don't really live on compliments. As a matter of fact, they have a way of distracting me. I know a whole lot of musicians, artists out there who hears the compliments and thinks 'wow, I must have been really great' and so they get fat and satisfied and they get lost and forget about their actual talent and start living in another world.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Compliments can distract artists and make them feel satisfied too soon, causing them to lose focus on their actual talent and work.
- In plain terms
- Compliments can distract artists and make them feel too satisfied, causing them to stop working hard on their talent.
- What can you take from it?
- External praise can be a distraction that hinders true artistic growth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle praise?
- What keeps you motivated?
Another view
Positive feedback is also important for motivation and confidence.
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