Mi madre un dia me dijo: 'Si te haces soldado, seras General; si te haces monje, terminaras como el Papa.' En cambio, me hice pintor y ahora soy Picasso.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Choosing art led to fame unlike traditional paths like military or church roles.
- In plain terms
- Being a painter made him famous instead of general or pope.
- What can you take from it?
- Unconventional paths can lead to great recognition.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it worth choosing a risky path?
- What defines success?
Another view
Not all unconventional choices result in fame or success.
More from Pablo Picasso
Me gusta vivir pobre... pero con mucho dinero.
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Permalink to quote #17 La pintura es mas fuerte que yo, siempre consigue que haga lo que ella quiere.
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