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“I only come up with things when I am talking to myself, which I do constantly. The sidewalk and the subway are the best places for this. I speak at full volume and then laugh at myself if I like what I just said.” quote by Kate McKinnon
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“I only come up with things when I am talking to myself, which I do constantly. The sidewalk and the subway are the best places for this. I speak at full volume and then laugh at myself if I like what I just said.”

Kate McKinnon

About This Quote

Source Interview: Late Night with Seth Meyers, 2019

She generates ideas while talking to herself in public spaces, using humor and self‑dialogue.

In simple terms: She thinks aloud in public, laughing at her own ideas.

Key Takeaway

Embrace self‑talk for creative sparks.

Themes

creativity self‑talk humor public spaces

Mood

playful energetic

Type

interview personal

When to use this quote

  • commuting
  • walking
  • solo brainstorming

Key Concepts

idea generation spontaneity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you protect privacy while brainstorming?
  • What environments boost your creativity?
A Different Perspective

Public self‑talk may attract unwanted attention.

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