To sculpt a head of hair with scissors is an art form. It's in pursuit of art.
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When the doubters tell you it can't be done and all kind of tragedies will come your way, I say nonsense. If you can get to the very root of who you are and make something happen from it, my sense tells me you are going to surprise yourself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Believe in yourself despite doubts from others; your true potential can lead to surprising achievements.
Vidal Sassoon emphasizes the importance of self-belief and authenticity, suggesting that when faced with skepticism and challenges, one should not lose faith. By understanding one's true self and capabilities, individuals can overcome obstacles and achieve remarkable outcomes that may surprise even themselves.
Themes
Self-BeliefAuthenticityMotivationOvercoming ObstaclesPotential
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to encourage students to pursue their dreams despite facing criticism.
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All quotes →If you get hold of a head of hair on somebody you've never seen before, cut beautiful shapes, cut beautiful architectural angles and she walks out looking so different - I think that's masterful.
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If you just do something, then you're a five-year wonder and, goodbye, you're gone. But if people feel it's worthwhile, not only do they copy but they want to learn how to do it To me, that's what it's all about. If someone were to ask me, 'What's the number one thing, in essence, that you left behind?' It was the teaching of others so that they could take my work and take it further.
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A working woman could save a few shillings a week, and then every five weeks she'd come in and we'd cut her hair. She could shampoo it under the shower, swing it and dry it off or just let it dry by itself. It changed the lives of many young girls who'd never had the opportunity to be styled like that before.
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