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“I always thought if you really want to be a good actor, you've got to be able to fart in public. That, to me, is the most important. If you are so inhibited that you can't fart, I don't mean around your friends, I mean just a fart, out loud somewhere. I don't mean the 'silent creeper', everybody…” quote by Timothy Carey
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“I always thought if you really want to be a good actor, you've got to be able to fart in public. That, to me, is the most important. If you are so inhibited that you can't fart, I don't mean around your friends, I mean just a fart, out loud somewhere. I don't mean the 'silent creeper', everybody does that. I mean fart out loud! Just that you can do it and not be afraid of it. Humility is very important.”

Timothy Carey

About This Quote

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

Being comfortable with bodily functions, like farting publicly, reflects humility and fearlessness essential for acting.

In simple terms: Humility means not fearing natural acts.

Key Takeaway

Embrace vulnerability to grow.

Themes

humility confidence authenticity

Mood

playful reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • stage performance
  • public speaking
  • personal development

Key Concepts

self‑acceptance performance social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does vulnerability become inappropriate?
  • How can you balance authenticity with respect?
A Different Perspective

Societal taboos may cause embarrassment; context matters.

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