Kay Redfield Jamison Quotes

For passion, be it observed, brings insight with it; it can give a sort of intelligence to simpletons, fools, and idiots, especially during youth.

Sentiment inspires me no less than reason.

Passion is the genesis of genius.

I bring a lot of energy and passion to what I do. Plus, I've had some weird feats of superhuman strength!

I think when you've got a passion for something, it comes out of you, and people can feel it. Then your mind is so geared towards that and how you can improve on it, and you're so excited about performing that it comes together.

If you stay in your heart you will always be inspired and if you are inspired you will always be enthusiastic. There is nothing more contagious on this planet as enthusiasm.

I get inspired with passion, I think. I get inspired by people who are just passionate, and it doesn't matter what they do or what they're passionate about.

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

What I need is to express my passion for life... It's movement I'm interested in, the life in me, the life in humanity.

Enthusiasm is the yeast that raises the dough.

Even though I've been doing it for so long, I still feel fresh. Even when I walk out on stage, I still feel pretty much the same as I've always felt.

Singing gives me a lot of energy.

You have to balance, but you can be aggressive as a chef. It benefits the food. You have to be passionate. You can't be angry cooking.

If you can give your child only one gift, let it be enthusiasm.

People are always warning me that I'm going to burn out. But the truth is, the only thing that tires me out is hearing people tell me that. Opposite shows, opposite coasts, opposite demographics, opposite everything - I love it, man!

We only take on projects that we're really passionate about.

Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation, and a pinch of creativity.

Rational thoughts never drive people's creativity the way emotions do.

All I can say is, hey, if you have fun doing what you do, if you have fun playing soccer, the creativity is just going to come as time goes on.

I direct with energy. I believe in energy. I think energy is an electric thing in actors. I try to inspire, encourage, and make choices with lots of energy. And truth. I'm big fan of truth and being funny. I like leading 50 people into battle every day.

I can't work on something if I don't believe in it. I love music, and I am inspired to work harder and spend more energy. I feel lucky that I was born with this passion.

Music gives us new energy and a stronger sense of purpose.

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

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.

There is something powerful in Metallica, a will, a drive.