I must admit I am nervous about getting Alzheimer's. Once it hits, I might tell my best joke and never know it.
Joan RiversRead
I do a lot of lectures on survival. I always say you can't change what happened, so have a little wallow, feel very sorry for yourself, and then get up and move forward. You can't change what happened.
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What this quote means
We should acknowledge our feelings about setbacks, but then focus on moving forward.
In this quote, Joan Rivers emphasizes the importance of recognizing and processing our emotions after experiencing difficulties or setbacks. She suggests that while it's okay to feel sorry for oneself, ultimately, one must rise above the situation and progress forward, as dwelling on the past does not change it.
Themes
SurvivalMove ForwardChangeEmotionsSetbacks
In practice
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In a motivational speech on overcoming personal challenges.
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I walk on a stage, and I know if it's been a good show or not. You know when it's been a good interview. No one has to tell you. You know it. You feel it. You can feel the air. You can feel everything about it when it's a good show. And you know when you've messed up.
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