You do have to be fairly selfish when you have a gift. You cannot afford to let too many outside things get in the way.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that if you are very talented at something, you need to focus on that talent and not let too many other things distract you. You have to be a little selfish with your time and energy so that you can develop and use your special gift or skill. It's important to prioritize what's most important for you to get better at what you're great at, even if that means saying no to some other things.
About Sarah Brightman
Sarah Brightman is an English classical crossover soprano singer and actress. She started her career in dance troupes and musicals, later becoming a best-selling classical crossover artist with hits like ‘Time to Say Goodbye’. Brightman has also performed at the Olympic Games and been named a UNESCO Artist for Peace.
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