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“Never apologize for being nerdy, because unnerdy people never apologize for being assholes.” quote by John Barrowman
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““Never apologize for being nerdy, because unnerdy people never apologize for being assholes.””

John Barrowman

About This Quote

Source Interview: Comic-Con Panel, 2015

Being nerdy is authentic; apologizing for it is unnecessary.

In simple terms: Own nerdiness.

Key Takeaway

Be unapologetically yourself.

Themes

identity confidence authenticity

Mood

defiant humorous

Type

cultural social

When to use this quote

  • school environment
  • online communities
  • workplace culture
  • friend groups

Key Concepts

social norms self-acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you hide aspects of yourself?
  • How can you support others feeling different?
A Different Perspective

May provoke conflict with those who mock.

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