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“If you're big at school, you've really got two choices. You're going to be a target. If you go to school, and you're me, you go, 'Right - I'm just going to make myself a bigger target. My confidence, it will terrify them.' That's how I felt in school.” quote by James Corden
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“If you're big at school, you've really got two choices. You're going to be a target. If you go to school, and you're me, you go, 'Right - I'm just going to make myself a bigger target. My confidence, it will terrify them.' That's how I felt in school.”

James Corden

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Tonight Show, 2020

He describes the dilemma of being popular in school, choosing either to become a target or to confront it with confidence.

In simple terms: Being popular can make you a target; confidence can deter bullies.

Key Takeaway

Use confidence to defuse threats.

Themes

social dynamics bullying confidence

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • school environment
  • peer pressure
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

power dynamics self‑esteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • What strategies help maintain confidence?
  • How can you support others in similar spots?
A Different Perspective

Confidence may not always protect.

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