You know what male comics can't do? They can't get pregnant. They can't perform pregnant. So my attitude is, just use all those differences.
Ali WongRead
The most valuable thing my dad taught me was to never care about what other people thought. When he came to my shows, and I'd announce his presence, he'd stand up with his hands clasped in victory and cheer my name.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-confidence and not being influenced by others' opinions.
In this quote, Ali Wong reflects on a valuable lesson taught by her father: the significance of being true to oneself and not letting external judgments dictate one's worth. His unwavering support and pride acted as a foundation for her self-acceptance and resilience, illustrating how parental encouragement can empower individuals to pursue their passions unapologetically.
Themes
Self-ConfidenceSupportParentingSelf-AcceptanceResilience
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire a graduation speech about following one's dreams.
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All quotes →Whenever I feel mom-guilt, or I feel pressure to be a better mom - to cook salmon on a bed of quinoa for my kids - I just think to myself, 'I... have... suffered... enough.' And then I feel fine about feeding my toddler a bag of chips for dinner.
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There are certainly other female comics who are moms, but I don't know any who are actively touring with their kids. But there are more and more becoming moms, and it's awesome. I feel we're in a super sisterhood.
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