Life with most teenagers was like having a low-grade bladder infection. It hurts, but you had to tough it out.
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You get your confidence and intuition back by trusting yourself, by being militantly on your own side. ... Don't look at your feet to see if you are doing it right. Just dance.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Trusting oneself is crucial for regaining confidence and intuition while pursuing one's passions without self-doubt.
In this quote, Anne Lamott emphasizes the importance of self-trust and the need to support oneself unconditionally. By advocating for a carefree approach—symbolized by 'just dance'—she encourages individuals to dismiss self-doubt and focus on the joy of expression rather than perfectionism. This mindset allows for the reclamation of confidence and intuitive feelings that may have been lost through overthinking or fear of judgment.
Themes
ConfidenceSelf-TrustIntuitionMotivationSelf-Expression
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech, this quote can inspire others to embrace their true selves.
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