Incredibles Quote by Edward Norton
“People think because I went to Yale that that implies privilege, and it is a privilege in the sense that it's an incredible opportunity.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Tonight Show, 2005
He acknowledges that attending Yale confers privilege, but frames it as an opportunity rather than entitlement.
In simple terms: Yale gives him a chance, not a right.
Key Takeaway
Recognize privilege as a chance to give back.
Themes
privilege
education
opportunity
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
educational
social
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- scholarships
- networking events
Key Concepts
Meritocracy
social mobility
elite institutions
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you leverage privilege responsibly?
- What does opportunity mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Privilege can be invisible to those without it.
![“As an actor, if you step to the side and you look at [Thornton's performance] technically, and you try to imagine doing what he was doing, most people would panic. Most people would be on the set, and they would be panicking, going, "I'm not doing anything!" All the ham instincts in you would be…” quote by Edward Norton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f09/edward-norton-2203_actors_as-an-actor-if-you-step-to-the-side-and_15751.jpg)
