tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post2733098743330858115..comments2024-03-11T13:52:07.302-07:00Comments on Cynthia Chapman Willis' BLOG: Talent or Passion?Cynthia Chapman Willishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-55359471911717696792012-02-26T18:13:07.338-08:002012-02-26T18:13:07.338-08:00Welcome, Michael. Great comment and your personal ...Welcome, Michael. Great comment and your personal example is perfect. Thanks!Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-47617039146801736422012-02-25T05:20:57.674-08:002012-02-25T05:20:57.674-08:00Just found your blog and have been going back and ...Just found your blog and have been going back and reading your posts. I believe that creativity is more of an internal thing and cannot be taught, while drive and commitment lean towards the external and can be learned. Despite a person's drive which is admirable, I don't believe they will be overly successfully. <br /><br />A personal example keeping with your sports theme: As a basketball player I had discipline, desire, and an extreme work ethic. No one could perform the fundamentals better than I. My shortcomings were in my skill set. I wasn't fast enough, quick enough, etc to make it to the top. Was I successful? Yes, to the semi-pro level. Was the NBA ever in the cards for me? Never. <br /><br />A combination is key to being the very best. One without the other won't work, however it is the internal factors that cannot be taught that ned to be in place to reach the top. <br /><br />(There is always an exception and it's just my opinion. Anyone can still enjoy what they do which is success in itself)Michael Horvathhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06490946095047002839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-67854599968216603032012-02-14T18:16:45.381-08:002012-02-14T18:16:45.381-08:00Thanks, Adrienne. I tend to agree with you--all th...Thanks, Adrienne. I tend to agree with you--all the talent in the world may now measure up to discipline and passion.Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-84240746383313471322012-02-14T18:15:12.148-08:002012-02-14T18:15:12.148-08:00I agree, J.L. I think drive is crucial.I agree, J.L. I think drive is crucial.Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-50869490941006528852012-02-14T18:14:43.113-08:002012-02-14T18:14:43.113-08:00Good timing can never be underestimated, right, Ke...Good timing can never be underestimated, right, Kelly? : )Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-66960882661154140362012-02-14T18:07:45.418-08:002012-02-14T18:07:45.418-08:00Thanks for the link, Dave. I'm there. : )Thanks for the link, Dave. I'm there. : )Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-60435618579983670482012-02-14T16:50:25.129-08:002012-02-14T16:50:25.129-08:00Absolutely, Cynthia. If you're interested, you...Absolutely, Cynthia. If you're interested, you might want to check out a post I wrote on a similar subject. January 12, 2012 Weather Woes = Less Motivation???<br />http://rt19writers.blogspot.com/Dave Amaditzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07200630754359919693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-29958145858269047752012-02-13T16:52:58.173-08:002012-02-13T16:52:58.173-08:00You can have all the raw talent in the world, but ...You can have all the raw talent in the world, but if you don't have the discipline or passion to hone it, you won't be successful. You can have varying degrees of the two, but both are required to carry a talent through to a skill. This is a great question, Cynthia!Adriennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07258263307771178398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-86933435911041910562012-02-13T10:13:43.368-08:002012-02-13T10:13:43.368-08:00I think passion is what gets us to the point where...I think passion is what gets us to the point where we can say we're good at what we do. Talent is important, but know-how and drive count for a lot in my book.J.L. Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05666634455836834179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-31251742630925980752012-02-12T20:12:26.842-08:002012-02-12T20:12:26.842-08:00I do believe that some are more gifted in certain ...I do believe that some are more gifted in certain areas, but one still needs to practice their craft/sport in order to succeed. Others just need to practice more to achieve success! Good timing helps as well.<br />Lee said it so much better than me in the above comment.Kelly Polarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10968381456100611120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-23736575535697747872012-02-12T17:22:47.432-08:002012-02-12T17:22:47.432-08:00Timing and personality. . . interesting and hard t...Timing and personality. . . interesting and hard to argue against, Cleemckenzie. Thanks!Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-64862707082789565852012-02-12T17:20:52.163-08:002012-02-12T17:20:52.163-08:00Would you say this applies to writers as well, Dav...Would you say this applies to writers as well, Dave?Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-78339310591464487062012-02-12T17:15:39.615-08:002012-02-12T17:15:39.615-08:00Great examples, Marica! And there is always next y...Great examples, Marica! And there is always next year for your Packers. : )Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-16354166525507217712012-02-12T17:12:33.337-08:002012-02-12T17:12:33.337-08:00Wonderful thoughts they are, MIchelle! : )Wonderful thoughts they are, MIchelle! : )Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-9092819193472627852012-02-12T17:11:31.383-08:002012-02-12T17:11:31.383-08:00I love your last line, Nutschell: "Talent is ...I love your last line, Nutschell: "Talent is something, but passion is everything."Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-317424699131948852012-02-12T17:10:01.238-08:002012-02-12T17:10:01.238-08:00Really? Brooms? That's interesting, Mark. Than...Really? Brooms? That's interesting, Mark. Thanks!Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-28549268539495791962012-02-12T16:03:47.591-08:002012-02-12T16:03:47.591-08:00This is a "nature v. nuture" kind of que...This is a "nature v. nuture" kind of question. I'm sure natural ability or talent plays a large part in those of us who achieve success in our field, but without endurance and determination many greats wouldn't have achieved that status. It's a combination. I hate to bring in the elements of "timing" and "personality," but I really believe they a huge factors. I loved this question.cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-39991556433088384982012-02-12T07:52:55.286-08:002012-02-12T07:52:55.286-08:00Don't underestimate hard work and the ability ...Don't underestimate hard work and the ability to overcome mental challenges. Most elite athletes are graced with pretty much the same amount of talent. It's their work ethic and willingness to overcome the mental obstacles that puts them, and keeps them at the top.Dave Amaditzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07200630754359919693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-82632671960282475802012-02-10T18:46:46.896-08:002012-02-10T18:46:46.896-08:00I love that photo of the rose on the music!
Funny...I love that photo of the rose on the music!<br /><br />Funny -- I blogged about genius. :)<br /><br />I think talent and passion often go together, but not always. The movie A League of their Own comes to mind. Dottie was the better baseball player, but her sister Kit had more passion. Kit did well for herself, but she never equalled Dottie's sheer talent. And most of us can think of musicians or athletes or, yes, writers, whose passion outstrips their talent. American Idol is a case in point. I also personally know a young musician with all kinds of passion. It doesn't change the fact that his guitar playing and vocal intonation are average at best.<br /><br />Glad you enjoyed the Super Bowl. Our Packers had to relinquish the crown, but maybe next year. :)Marciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10006966091789130047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-25994493579658615282012-02-10T14:20:01.539-08:002012-02-10T14:20:01.539-08:00Funny you should ask... I was just talking about t...Funny you should ask... I was just talking about this to a friend. Yes born with natural talents... But those talents need developing with commitment. My thoughts. XxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-71337403919837938342012-02-10T09:55:19.573-08:002012-02-10T09:55:19.573-08:00I think some people are just born with the gift of...I think some people are just born with the gift of words--but what they choose to do with that gift dictates the course of their writing careers. I find that people who aren't born with the talent to write, but who love it anyway and do everything to improve their skills will eventually succeed. Talent is something, but passion is everything.<br /><br />Happy weekend!<br /><br />Nutschell<br />www.thewritingnut.comnutschellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10967710710805174781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-52425382913273836942012-02-10T08:26:47.244-08:002012-02-10T08:26:47.244-08:00Either way, people have to practice to get beyond ...Either way, people have to practice to get beyond their current abilities. One coach tied brooms to his arms to force a tall basketball player to get in the habit of jumping, instead of just going up on tiptoe.Mark Muratahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03562597698193306363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-88270524066376024922012-02-10T06:04:05.128-08:002012-02-10T06:04:05.128-08:00Absolutely, Donna. The desire to excel is key, isn...Absolutely, Donna. The desire to excel is key, isn't it?Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-91975846178718222172012-02-09T21:53:17.877-08:002012-02-09T21:53:17.877-08:00I think it can be both. Some people's bodies a...I think it can be both. Some people's bodies and sense of timing are better than others. Add to that a desire to excel, and it's a happy combination. You can have great desire and become decent, but if your body's not built right for it, you'll never excel.Donna K. Weaverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15763832177263927311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224888611160910791.post-83641655308022502502012-02-09T17:49:32.523-08:002012-02-09T17:49:32.523-08:00That's really interesting, Madeleine. And a sw...That's really interesting, Madeleine. And a sweet story, too.Cynthia Chapman Willishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12408985785062180536noreply@blogger.com