I love this quote . . .
There is a vitality, a life-force, an energy, a quickening
That is translated through you into action.
And because there is only one of you in all of time,
This expression is unique.
And if you block it,
It will never exist through any other medium
And be lost.
The world will not have it.
It is not your business to determine how good it is,
Nor how it compares with other expressions.
It is your business to keep it Yours,
Clearly and directly,
To keep the channel open.
You do not even have to believe in yourself
Or your work.
You have to keep open and aware
Directly to the urges that motivate you.
Keep the channel open.
No artist is pleased.
There is no satisfaction whatever anytime.
There is only a queer, divine dissatisfaction,
A blessed unrest that keeps us marching
and makes us more alive than the others.
