Decided Quote by Evangeline Lilly
“Ever since high school I had done things so people wouldn't just respect me because of the way I looked. I decided, to hell with it. I'm going to pursue mediocrity, and I'm going to be so happy.”
About This Quote
The speaker rejects seeking respect based on appearance and chooses to embrace mediocrity for happiness.
In simple terms: Choosing mediocrity over appearance-based respect leads to happiness.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize personal joy over external validation.
Themes
self‑acceptance
identity
happiness
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career choices
- personal relationships
- self‑esteem building
Key Concepts
psychology
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- What does mediocrity mean to you?
- Can happiness coexist with striving for excellence?
A Different Perspective
Embracing mediocrity may limit ambition or growth.
![“I am kind of prudish and I have very strict standards about how I present myself. But one of the things that I've always stood by is that women are beautiful and sexy. We shouldn't be afraid of that. [But] we need to make sure that we present that beauty and that sexiness in a way that says we are…” quote by Evangeline Lilly](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e82/evangeline-lilly-1168_beautiful_i-am-kind-of-prudish-and-i-have-very-str_47681.jpg)
