Ambition Quote by Dylan Moran
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““People will kill you. Over time. They will shave out every last morsel of fun in you with little, harmless sounding phrases that people uses every day, like: 'Be realistic!'" [ What It Is (2009)]””
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: What It Is (2009), Dylan Moran, 2009
People use seemingly harmless phrases to limit joy and ambition.
In simple terms: Words can restrict freedom.
Key Takeaway
Question limiting language.
Themes
language
psychology
control
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
humorous
When to use this quote
- self‑reflection
- critical thinking
- personal boundaries
- conversation awareness
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social influence
self‑fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- Which phrases have you internalized?
- How can you reframe “realistic” to empower?
A Different Perspective
Not all advice is harmful; context matters.
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