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The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks

John Cleese: “Nothing Will Stop You From Being Creative So Effectively as The Fear of Making a Mistake.”

The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks

Sean Croxton

Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Education, Self-improvement, Business, Health & Fitness

4.83.2K Ratings

🗓️ 15 May 2026

⏱️ 12 minutes

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Summary

John Cleese explores the surprising habits behind creativity, originality, and breakthrough thinking. With humor and insight, he explains why the most creative people tolerate uncertainty longer, avoid rushed decisions, and embrace playfulness. This episode will inspire you to slow down, think deeper, and create space for your best ideas to emerge.


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Source: John Cleese's Legendary 1991 Speech About Creativity

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1:22.6

nothing will stop you being creative so effectively as the fear of making a mistake.

1:31.3

So you've got to risk saying things that are silly and illogical and wrong,

1:37.3

and the best way to get the confidence to do that is to know that while you're being creative, nothing is wrong.

1:44.8

There's no such thing as a mistake and any drivel may lead to the Quote of the Day Show.

2:07.0

I am your host, Sean Croxton, as Sean Croxon.

2:10.7

Thank you so much for tuning in.

2:12.0

We've got actor, author, and screenwriter John Cleese wrapping up the week.

2:17.2

Today's QOD is this.

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