Acting Quote by Cedric Yarbrough
“I was always interested in acting, but in my high school sports was the cool thing to be part of, and I was still very into being cool. So I played a lot of basketball and football. But I always had that want to be in theater and to be a part of theater arts. But in my school, it was just a really nerdy thing to be a part of. Everyone in my school wore bowler hats - they were always on, always acting, and all so big. I was like, "I can't be that", even though I wanted to be.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Tonight Show, 2015
Pursuing passions can clash with social expectations, yet personal fulfillment comes from following one's true interests.
In simple terms: Follow your true interests despite peer pressure.
Key Takeaway
Choose passion over popularity.
Themes
identity
peer pressure
creativity
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
personal
motivational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- school clubs
- artistic pursuits
Key Concepts
Self‑actualization
social conformity
Questions to Reflect On
- What passion have you suppressed?
- How can you support others' unique interests?
A Different Perspective
Social norms may discourage unconventional paths.
