I think there's a difference between a working actor, a movie star and a celebrity. They're all three different things.
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I said yes too much. I said yes to certain projects that weren't for me. It was somebody else's vision and somebody else's dream and somebody else's artistic endeavor, but it didn't necessarily fit in my grand scheme.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Saying 'yes' too often can lead to neglecting one's own goals and visions.
In this quote, Chadwick Boseman reflects on the importance of maintaining personal integrity by aligning commitments with one's own vision. By saying 'yes' to projects that didn't resonate with him, he acknowledges that he inadvertently diverted from his true artistic path, highlighting the need to be selective and purposeful in accepting opportunities that genuinely align with one's personal and professional aspirations.
Themes
CommitmentVisionIntegritySelectivityGoals
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to young artists about pursuing their passions.
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