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I'm an athlete; I've got an ego when stunt doubles have to…

“I'm an athlete; I've got an ego when stunt doubles have to come in. Not an ego like that, but when it comes to physical stuff, if I didn't have to have a stunt double, I would always probably do it myself unless the producers were jumping in and stopping me.” quote by Michael B. Jordan
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“I'm an athlete; I've got an ego when stunt doubles have to come in. Not an ego like that, but when it comes to physical stuff, if I didn't have to have a stunt double, I would always probably do it myself unless the producers were jumping in and stopping me.”

Michael B. Jordan

About This Quote

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

He values personal effort over relying on substitutes, especially in physical performance.

In simple terms: He prefers doing his own stunts rather than using doubles.

Key Takeaway

Do it yourself when possible.

Themes

self‑reliance authenticity performance

Mood

determined confident

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • action scenes
  • sports training
  • film production
  • personal challenges

Key Concepts

ego risk craftsmanship

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it wise to delegate a physically demanding task?
  • How does ego influence your work ethic?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on doubles can ensure safety and consistency.

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