That's what's great about standup comedy: the instant feedback. You get up on stage, you tell a joke, if it doesn't work, come back the next day with a better version of it.
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One of the hard things coming from an immigrant family - or any family that doesn't believe in the arts - is that you have to disappoint your parents. That's hard for people to do if you're a good kid.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Immigrants from families that devalue the arts often face the difficult choice of pursuing their passions or disappointing their parents.
This quote by Jimmy O. Yang encapsulates the struggle faced by individuals from immigrant families who aspire to pursue a career in the arts, despite their parents' skepticism or disapproval. It highlights the emotional conflict that arises when one feels torn between following their dreams and adhering to their family's expectations, particularly when these expectations stem from cultural or generational beliefs that prioritize more traditional career paths over creative endeavors.
Themes
ImmigrantFamilyArtsDreamsDisappointment
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech addressing the importance of pursuing personal passions regardless of parental expectations.
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