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“For three or four years I resented it. I got very angry when people would say, 'Well, you're Scotty.' Casting directors, producers, directors would say this to me and then they would go home every night and watch me on 'Star Trek.' After those three or four years, I got used to it.” quote by James Doohan
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“For three or four years I resented it. I got very angry when people would say, 'Well, you're Scotty.' Casting directors, producers, directors would say this to me and then they would go home every night and watch me on 'Star Trek.' After those three or four years, I got used to it.”

James Doohan

About This Quote

Source TV: Star Trek, 1966‑1969

He endured repeated teasing about his role, eventually accepting it as part of his identity.

In simple terms: He learned to accept criticism about his work.

Key Takeaway

Embrace criticism and grow from it.

Themes

identity resilience acceptance

Mood

reflective determined

Type

personal career

When to use this quote

  • acting career
  • fan interactions
  • media interviews

Key Concepts

self-concept public perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did the teasing shape his confidence?
  • Can acceptance become complacency?
A Different Perspective

Criticism can still affect self‑esteem despite acceptance.

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