When I am performing, I try to follow the advice I give to…
“When I am performing, I try to follow the advice I give to my students. This can be very hard - I was never a good student and I find I'm no better when I am the teacher.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Teaching should mirror the guidance we give students, even if we struggle with it ourselves.
In simple terms: Teach as you would advise, despite personal challenges.
Apply your own advice when teaching.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom instruction
- coach training
- public speaking
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What advice do you give that you find hardest to follow?
- How can you model vulnerability to students?
Self-criticism can hinder authentic teaching.