Always Quote by Jennette McCurdy
“I'm always thinking 'Don't mess this up.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Ellen DeGeneres Show, 2015
Self‑criticism fuels anxiety and can paralyze action.
In simple terms: Worry about failure blocks progress.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection and act despite fear.
Themes
self‑doubt
performance anxiety
perfectionism
Mood
anxious
determined
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- important presentations
- creative projects
- personal goals
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑esteem
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reframe “don’t mess up” into a growth mindset?
- What small step can you take now?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can also drive high quality work if balanced.
![“What a mess we are, I thought. But this is usually where any hope of improvement begins, acknowledging the mess. When I am well, I know not to mess with mess right away; I try to let silence and time work their magic. [p. 100]” quote by Anne Lamott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/eda/anne-lamott-188_hope_what-a-mess-we-are-i-thought-but-this-is_1487730.jpg)
