Attention Quote by Jada Pinkett Smith

“I don't get afraid in talking about subject matter that may spark controversy, and I'm not afraid to not be liked. I think that sometimes people pay too much attention to being liked, and it's paralyzing.”

Jada Pinkett Smith

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