Quote by John Updike

Any activity becomes creative when the doer cares about doing it right, or doing it better.

Any activity becomes creative when the doer cares about doin

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the element of creativity is not limited to certain domains or tasks. It suggests that any endeavor, whether it is an artistic pursuit or a mundane task, can be infused with creativity if the person feels a sense of concern or passion about doing it well or improving it. The quote implies that the mindset, attitude, and dedication of the individual can contribute to the expansion of creativity in virtually any activity.

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By John Updike

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