Yeah, that's a huge exaggeration. I've thrown out and started multiple starters over the years and they have been great after a month or so. Worst case, you ca

Yeah, that's a huge exaggeration. I've thrown out and started multiple starters over the years and they have been great after a month or so. Worst case, you can augment your rise by combining your starter with a portion of industrial yeast when baking. You get the best of both worlds. Flavor from the starter. Rise from industrial yeast.