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“I used to go out wearing any old rubbish, no make-up, nothing, but since mobile phones, that has all had to stop. People do come up to you so often and say hello, or want a photograph, and I just can't do it anymore in what I used to wear. They don't want to be seen hanging off a rabid old granny…” quote by Joanna Lumley
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“I used to go out wearing any old rubbish, no make-up, nothing, but since mobile phones, that has all had to stop. People do come up to you so often and say hello, or want a photograph, and I just can't do it anymore in what I used to wear. They don't want to be seen hanging off a rabid old granny any more than I do.”

Joanna Lumley

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Mobile phones increased public attention, making it hard to maintain a low‑key appearance.

In simple terms: Phones make people notice you more.

Key Takeaway

Adapt personal style to public visibility.

Themes

privacy technology image public interaction personal branding

Mood

anxious thoughtful

Type

reflective personal

When to use this quote

  • street photography
  • social media
  • public events
  • personal interactions

Key Concepts

social media impact celebrity culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance authenticity with public scrutiny?
  • What strategies preserve privacy?
A Different Perspective

Constant attention can erode personal comfort.

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