Being funny Quote by Jenny Eclair
“I can't watch other people doing comedy. As soon as somebody starts being funny I have to turn off because it upsets me. I get comedy indigestion. I just hate anybody else being funny. That's my job.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2019 Guardian interview on comedy, 2019
Seeing others succeed in comedy triggers personal discomfort, leading to avoidance.
In simple terms: Other comedians cause envy.
Key Takeaway
Focus on your own craft.
Themes
comedy
competition
psychology
self‑esteem
career
creativity
Mood
introspective
honest
Type
self‑help
psychological
When to use this quote
- stand‑up workshops
- therapy
- mindfulness training
- creative collaborations
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
impostor syndrome
emotional triggers
professional rivalry
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you channel this feeling product?
- What practices reduce comedy indigestion?
A Different Perspective
Avoidance limits growth.
