Now all of a sudden I'm so less interested in pretending to be a lot of other people, and much more interested in being me.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and authenticity over conformity.
In this quote, Jamie Lee Curtis reflects on a pivotal personal realization where she shifts her focus from trying to live up to the expectations and personas of others to embracing her true self. This moment of clarity suggests that authenticity is more fulfilling than imitation, encouraging individuals to celebrate their uniqueness rather than blend in with societal norms.
In practice
In a motivational speech about personal growth and self-acceptance.
Modern women are just bombarded. There's nothing but media telling us we're all supposed to be great cooks, have great style, be great in bed, be the best mothers, speak seven languages, and be able to understand derivatives. And we don't really have women we're modeling after, so we're all looking for how to do this.
The most rewarding aspect of parenting is seeing my children be authentic. The most rewarding thing for me is to see them do anything that they're proud of.
~As a mom, you have to look at how much time you're spending with your kids. There is nothing you will regret more in your life - nothing - than not being present for your children.~
I am appalled that the term we use to talk about aging is 'anti'. Aging is human evolution in its pure form. Death, taxes and aging .... We are ALL going to age and soften and mellow and transition.
I don't ever want to make taking pictures into another way of saying 'Here I am'. Because I'm as here as I want to be.
I don't think any woman wants to be known for being beautiful or busty. I think you want to be known for who you are.
When we get too caught up in the busyness of the world, we lose connection with one another - and ourselves.
Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.
This life will never be without storms. Stop fearing the storm. Build your inner shelter.
It is not worth an intelligent man's time to be in the majority. By definition, there are already enough people to do that.
I have no talents. But I do have hope. And wonder. And love. Maybe those are talents?
Even the most powerful human being has a limited sphere of strength. Draw him outside of that sphere and into your own, and his strength will dissipate.
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