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I think that anything you feel strange or nervous about…

“I think that anything you feel strange or nervous about, you weren't cut out to do.” quote by Jane Bowles
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“I think that anything you feel strange or nervous about, you weren't cut out to do.”

Jane Bowles

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Feeling nervous about something suggests you may not be suited for it.

In simple terms: Nervousness indicates a mismatch.

Key Takeaway

Trust your instincts about suitability.

Themes

self‑awareness confidence career choice

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advisory philosophical

When to use this quote

  • job interview
  • public speaking
  • new hobby

Key Concepts

psychology intuition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does your anxiety reveal?
  • Can you reframe fear as excitement?
A Different Perspective

Nervousness can also be a sign of growth.

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