It took me a long time not to judge myself through someone else's eyes.
Sally FieldRead
I started to repeat to myself "If I'm not where I want to be, it's because I'm not good enough... yet." Which meant it was up to me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes personal responsibility in achieving one's goals and acknowledges the journey of self-improvement.
Sally Field's quote reflects the powerful mindset that if one is not achieving their desired goals, it is crucial to recognize that the obstacle lies within oneself and not in external circumstances. The 'yet' in her self-affirmation serves as a reminder that growth and development are ongoing processes, and it highlights the importance of perseverance and belief in one's potential to improve and succeed.
Themes
MotivationSelf-ImprovementPerseveranceResponsibilityGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a motivational speech to inspire audiences to take control of their lives.
More from Sally Field
All quotes →I find that’s one of the great things about acting-you have the opportunity to stand in somebody else’s shoes. Each character faces a dilemma in her life, and as an actor you’re able to step into that character’s skin, look through her eyes. You leave transformed, a different person, because once you live a little bit of someone’s life, it changes you.
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I've never had my heart broken. It's a very sad state of affairs. I think everybody should have their heart broken. I don't think it says anything good about me at all.
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But there isn't any second half of myself waiting to plug in and make me whole. It's there. I'm already whole.
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When I was born, the doctor looked at my mother and said, "Congratulations, you have an actor!"
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I was raised to sense what someone wanted me to be and be that kind of person. It took me a long time not to judge myself through someone else's eyes.
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