"I've done that kind of stuff in records, where you start going back and you want to just redo everything, destroy everything, because you think it all sucks and you can do it better"
- Regina Spektor
About this Quote
In this quote, Regina Spektor is reviewing her experience with producing music. She mentions how she has actually gone through moments where she wants to totally begin over and redo whatever since she believes it all draws and she can do it better. This reveals the perfectionist state of mind of an artist, always pursuing improvement and never ever going for less. It also highlights the vulnerability and self-criticism that features developing something and putting it out into the world. Despite the desire to ruin and redo, it takes nerve and decision to press through and continue producing.
"The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom"
