A short story is the ultimate close-up magic trick -- a couple of thousand words to take you around the universe or break your heart.
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Make glorious, amazing mistakes. Make mistakes nobody's ever made before. Whatever you're scared of doing, Do it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace failure as a stepping stone to success and explore the unknown without fear.
This quote encourages individuals to view mistakes not as failures but as opportunities for growth and creativity. By urging people to make extraordinary mistakes and confront their fears, Gaiman emphasizes the importance of taking risks in pursuit of innovation and personal development.
Themes
MistakesFearInnovationGrowthCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to students about embracing challenges and trying new things.
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