Think of and look at your work as though it were done by your enemy. I you look at it to admire it, you are lost.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a critical mindset towards our own work. By imagining our creations as the work of our enemy, we are able to distance ourselves emotionally and evaluate it objectively. It cautions against becoming overly attached or complacent with our work and instead encourages constant self-reflection and improvement. The quote suggests that excessive admiration can prevent growth and development, emphasizing the need to approach our work with a critical eye in order to push ourselves further.