Dave Eggers

sarahdaly42:

peterwknox:

The thing is, I really like saying yes. I like new things, projects, plans, getting people together and doing something, trying something, even when it’s corny or stupid. I am not good at saying no. And I do not get along with people who say no. When you die, and it really could be this afternoon, under the same bus wheels I’ll stick my head if need be, you will not be happy about having said no. You will be kicking your ass about all the no’s you’ve said. No to that opportunity, or no to that trip to Nova Scotia or no to that night out, or no to that project or no to that person who wants to be naked with you but you worry about what your friends will say.

No is for wimps. No is for pussies. No is to live small and embittered, cherishing the opportunities you missed because they might have sent the wrong message.

There is a point in one’s life when one cares about selling out and not selling out. One worries whether or not wearing a certain shirt means that they are behind the curve or ahead of it, or that having certain music in one’s collection means that they are impressive, or unimpressive.

Thankfully, for some, this all passes. I am here to tell you that I have, a few years ago, found my way out of that thicket of comparison and relentless suspicion and judgment. And it is a nice feeling.

Great essay/interview response on saying no/yes, being a critic, and selling out.

Yes!

Source: peterwknox

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    The thing is, I really like saying yes. I like new things, projects, plans, getting people together and doing something,...
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    How have I never read Dave Eggers before? Saying yes is practically my life’s motto.
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    This is great. So glad I read this.
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    After reading this, it’s no wonder that he’s always been my favourite author.
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    Yes!
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