As soon as anyone starts telling you to be "realistic," cross that person off your invitation list.
John EliotArrogant S.O.B.s run the world. A performer can never have too much self-confidence. The best in every field are likely to strike most people as irrationally confident, but that's how they got to the top.
John EliotPerfectionism is simply putting a limit on your future. When you have an idea of perfect in your mind, you open the door to constantly comparing what you have now with what you want. That type of self criticism is significantly deterring.
John EliotThe true exceptional performer is on super pilot. Every single sense, every fiber of his body is brought together in what he is doing.
John Eliot