Comedy Quote by Jake LaMotta
“All my life I made a living out of hurting people. Now, I make a living out of making people laugh.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiography: Raging Bull, 1970
He once harmed people for a living, now he earns a living making people laugh.
In simple terms: From hurting to entertaining others.
Use past pain to create joy.
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When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- public speaking
- writing
- mentoring
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps helped you shift careers?
- How can humor aid personal healing?
Changing a harmful path is difficult and may face skepticism.