Actor Quote by Bette Midler
“When I moved to New York City in 1965, I wanted to be in theater. I was following my Ethel Barrymore dream. But I was too young to be Ethel.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiography: My Life in Music, 1990
Dreams may inspire, but age and reality shape the path we take, leading to new aspirations.
In simple terms: Dreams evolve with time.
Key Takeaway
Adapt goals as circumstances change.
Themes
dreams
career
self‑discovery
adaptation
Mood
nostalgic
hopeful
Type
biographical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- theater auditions
- career planning
- personal reflection
- life transitions
Key Concepts
personal growth
realistic ambition
Questions to Reflect On
- What new dream have you embraced?
- How do you reconcile past aspirations with present reality?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic dreams can clash with practical limits.
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