Advice Quote by Helen Oyeyemi
““The general advice is always be yourself, be yourself, which only makes sense if you haven't got an attitude problem.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015
Advice to be authentic is only useful if one has no attitude issues; self-awareness precedes authenticity.
In simple terms: Be yourself only if you have no attitude problem.
Check your attitude before claiming authenticity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career development
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you truly understand your own attitude?
- How can you improve self-awareness?
If you have an attitude problem, being yourself may be harmful.