i'm looking for a quote that goes something like this: "If you don't create just because you're not as good as Mozart of Bach, this is nonsense -- you will be judged by your own actions and what you decided to do in this moment of time with your life..."
extremely paraphrased... see if you can find that vibe
I couldn't find a quote that exactly matches your paraphrase, but there are several passages in Terence McKenna's works that convey a similar sentiment about the importance of creating art and expressing oneself regardless of comparisons to great masters like Mozart or Bach.
One passage from "Food of the Gods" emphasizes that one should create even if they feel they are not as good as the greats, and that people will be judged by what they do with their lives in the present moment:
"If you don't create because you're not as good as Mozart or Bach, this is nonsense. People will be judged by their own actions and what they decide to do in this moment of time with their lives" 2.
Another passage from "Light Of The Third Millenium" encourages putting "the art pedal to the floor" and creating art as a fundamental human expression, regardless of how well one might compare to historical masters. It emphasizes that art created honestly and deeply can only elevate and contribute to the future 1.
These excerpts reflect McKenna's belief in the transformative power of personal creativity and the importance of engaging in it sincerely and without hesitation.
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