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I came back to performing with a different attitude about performing and myself. I wasnt expecting perfection any more,
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"I came back to performing with a different attitude about performing and myself. I wasn't expecting perfection any more, just hoping for an occasional inspiration"

- Neil Diamond

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This quote by Neil Diamond speaks to the significance of having a healthy mindset when it concerns carrying out. By anticipating perfection, one can end up being overwhelmed and discouraged when they do not reach that level. Instead, Neil Diamond suggests having a more unwinded mindset and hoping for an occasional inspiration. This enables more creativity and liberty to explore various concepts without the pressure of perfection. It likewise permits more satisfaction of the process and the capability to appreciate the little successes. This mindset shift can be helpful for any performer, as it enables them to focus on the journey rather than the location.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Neil Diamond somewhere between January 24, 1941 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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