Anna Olson Quotes

#1. Baking may be regarded as a science, but it's the chemistry between the ingredients and the cook that gives desserts life. Baking is done out of love, to share with family and friends, to see them smile.

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#2. As long as you're willing to be called a fool, you can create anything, do anything, be anything.

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#3. I have a rule: before I can throw anything out, I have to write down five possible uses for it. This stretches my mind and keeps it nimble - just like stretching exercises do for my body.

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#4. Like the turtle, you need to stick your neck out to make progress.

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#5. Like the pioneers of old, a creative person breaks new ground daily.

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#6. Letting go of the need for perfection releases a burst of energy - and guess what - you may accidentally do a good job.

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#7. If you're nervous about doing something, plan to do it badly, giving yourself credit for just doing it. That takes a weight off your shoulders because anyone can do something badly.

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#8. Your job is to create. Their job is to try to stop you. Don't do both jobs.

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