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But in the meantime I became accustomed to the writing life and it would be hard to change now - partly because of the s
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"But in the meantime I became accustomed to the writing life and it would be hard to change now - partly because of the salary cut if I went to my other love, teaching; and partly because I still have stories to tell, even though it isn't all that fun doing the work anymore"

- Orson Scott Card

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This quote by Orson Scott Card speaks with the difficulty of making a profession modification, even when one is no longer enjoying their present job. Card has ended up being familiar with the writing life, and the idea of making a switch to mentor, while appealing, is intimidating due to the wage cut that would include it. In addition, Card still feels the requirement to inform stories, even if the work is no longer enjoyable. This quote talks to the difficulty of making a profession change, specifically when one has actually been in the same task for a long time. It is a reminder that in some cases it is tough to make a modification, even when it is essential, which it is necessary to find a task that is both financially and emotionally gratifying.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Orson Scott Card somewhere between August 24, 1951 and today. He/she was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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