Panos Cosmatos Quotes

Sometimes pressure can be good, and it gives you a lot of energy to do something.

People often say that stress is a motivator. What we're referring to when we say this is really better described as stimulation and engagement.

A deadline is negative inspiration. Still, it's better than no inspiration at all.

I arise full of eagerness and energy, knowing well what achievement lies ahead of me.

Give energy, and mental exertion will always have attraction enough.

In running my own company, I was too busy for a while, and I thought, 'Maybe I'll stop dancing for a bit.' It was the worst decision ever. I just lost my creativity and my drive.

I love being put into situations which are competitive and tough and challenging.

Enthusiasm is the greatest asset you can possess, for it can take you further than money, power or influence.

My anxiety level of my own work and what I'm doing and focusing on my art and all of that stuff? That's fundamental.

Competition gives me energy. It keeps me focused.

The challenge in my life really is keeping the balance between feeling creatively energized and fulfilled without feeling overwhelmed and like I'm in the middle of a battlefield.

Enthusiasm is the yeast that raises the dough.

I always need a couple of highlights to really spark the passion for a project.

I'm guessing the stress of having to write for a deadline can be inspiring. Sometimes, pressure is good.

The real secret of success is enthusiasm.

If you have enthusiasm, you have a very dynamic, effective companion to travel with you on the road to Somewhere.

Desperation is a necessary ingredient to learning anything, or creating anything. Period. If you ain't desperate at some point, you ain't interesting.

I tend to be a lazy actress, unless I'm pushed.

No person is ever good for much, that hasn't been swept off their feet by enthusiasm between ages twenty and thirty.

I don't think human beings learn anything without desperation. Desperation is a necessary ingredient to learning anything or creating anything. Period. If you ain't desperate at some point, you ain't interesting.

What inspires you, what excites you when you wake up in the morning?

I am full of fire and passion. I am not ready yet for great concentration and passion.

Enthusiasm is the yeast that makes your hopes shine to the stars. Enthusiasm is the sparkle in your eyes, the swing in your gait. The grip of your hand, the irresistible surge of will and energy to execute your ideas.

You have your brains, but it's energy and desire that make you write a book.

Periods of tranquillity are seldom prolific of creative achievement. Mankind has to be stirred up.