I asked each if [Yao Xingtong and Zhang Lanxin] was afraid…
![“I asked each if [Yao Xingtong and Zhang Lanxin] was afraid of heights. Each said no, and although they had never had the action movie experience they were willing to be trained. Then I asked if they could swim, and each said yes, but she (gestures toward YX) is better. She said, I can also dive…” quote by Jackie Chan](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/ed3/jackie-chan-2149_action_i-asked-each-if-yao-xingtong-and-zhang-l_411220.jpg)
“I asked each if [Yao Xingtong and Zhang Lanxin] was afraid of heights. Each said no, and although they had never had the action movie experience they were willing to be trained. Then I asked if they could swim, and each said yes, but she (gestures toward YX) is better. She said, I can also dive, in fact I once won a diving championship in an international competition. Then she said, "But big brother, I'm not very strong," and I said that's all right.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker tests willingness and skill, noting confidence despite lack of experience, and acknowledges personal limits while encouraging effort.
In simple terms: Testing confidence and skill, acknowledging limits.
Key Takeaway
Encourage trying new challenges despite in.
Themes
confidence
skill assessment
training
humility
Mood
determined
encouraging
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- stunt work
- sports training
- team building
- personal development
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
risk taking
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits hold you back?
- How can you balance confidence with realism?
A Different Perspective
Limits may affect performance and safety.