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Angry Quote by Amy Poehler

“It's very hard to watch comedy for me, when I'm doing a comedy show, because I either watch a show and I love it, and I'm jealous, or I watch a show and I see all the problems with it, and I'm angry that I watched it.” quote by Amy Poehler
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“It's very hard to watch comedy for me, when I'm doing a comedy show, because I either watch a show and I love it, and I'm jealous, or I watch a show and I see all the problems with it, and I'm angry that I watched it.”

Amy Poehler

About This Quote

Source Podcast: SmartLess, 2022

Performing comedy makes it hard to watch others' work without feeling jealousy or anger due to self‑critique.

In simple terms: Comedy creates jealousy and anger when watching peers.

Key Takeaway

Use others' work as learning, not comparison.

Themes

creativity competition self‑criticism emotions

Mood

honest analytical

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • stand‑up shows
  • writing sessions
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

growth empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn jealousy into constructive feedback?
  • What strategies help you stay objective while watching peers?
A Different Perspective

Comparisons can erode confidence.

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