I don't get the jitters and I don't get nervous, because I…
“I don't get the jitters and I don't get nervous, because I build that comfort on set for myself. Sometimes if I'm gonna do something really crazy, it helps me to yell or look like an idiot on set, so that when I'm about to do a scene, I've already embarrassed myself. I find ways to work around getting the jitters.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Creating deliberate discomfort on set builds resilience, making real performance anxiety easier to manage.
In simple terms: Make yourself uncomfortable to reduce fear.
Key Takeaway
Use controlled embarrassment to build confidence.
Themes
performance anxiety
resilience
self‑efficacy
Mood
anxious
determined
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- acting auditions
- public speaking
- stage performance
- sports competition
Key Concepts
exposure therapy
psychological safety
confidence building
Questions to Reflect On
- What safe discomfort can you create?
- How does this technique affect authenticity?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on embarrassment may become a crutch.