It's not a field, I think, for people who need to have success every day: if you can't live with a nightly sort of disaster, you should get out. I wouldn't describe myself as lacking in confidence, but I would just say that the ghosts you chase you never catch.

Summary

This quote suggests that the field being referred to is likely one that involves taking risks and facing setbacks or failures regularly. The quote implies that success isn't guaranteed every day and that one must be able to cope with disappointments. It suggests that if someone cannot handle facing regular failures or setbacks, they should consider leaving that field. The speaker acknowledges their own confidence but highlights that success can be elusive, akin to chasing ghosts that are never caught.

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