I think that the thing that holds so many of us back is…
“I think that the thing that holds so many of us back is our fear that we might fail, and I think we lose an incredible amount of talent and energy and enthusiasm that way. So I think, since I'm kind of a shining example of losing, that it's important for me to show that it's OK to lose, that I'm still so happy that I entered the fight, that I fought for something that mattered to me and that I gave voice to it and I made it part of the conversation. I want young women to know that it is OK to fail - it's not OK to stay home. It's not OK to not try.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Fear of failure blocks potential; embracing loss and perseverance fuels growth and encourages others to act.
In simple terms: Fear of failure stops talent; embracing loss helps growth.
Key Takeaway
Accept failure as a step toward success.
Themes
courage
failure
empowerment
growth
resilience
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- entrepreneurship
- creative projects
- public speaking
Key Concepts
psychology of fear
motivation
social change
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal fear holds you back?
- How can you turn a setback into motivation?
A Different Perspective
Failure can be demotivating if not reframed positively.