Quote by Yo-Yo Ma

One is that you have to take time, lots of time, to let an idea grow from within. The second is that when you sign on to something, there will be issues of trust, deep trust, the way the members of a string quartet have to trust one another.

One is that you have to take time, lots of time, to let an i

Summary

This quote highlights two important aspects of pursuing an idea or a commitment. Firstly, it emphasizes the need for patience and reflection, suggesting that ideas need sufficient time to develop organically. Rushing or forcing an idea may hinder its potential growth. Secondly, it emphasizes the significance of trust in any collaborative endeavor. Similar to how performers in a string quartet must rely on each other's skills and synchronization, trust forms the foundation for successful partnerships or endeavors.

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