Acting Quote by Kristin Lehman
“I injured myself quite badly when I was seventeen. I broke my ankle, and it didn't heal in such a way that I could keep dancing at the level I wanted to. It wasn't like, 'Oh my god, I'll never play the violin again.' I could, but not at the level I wanted. So, I segued into acting, the other thing that was also meaningful to me.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Public speaking event, 2022
Physical setbacks can redirect talent toward new creative paths.
In simple terms: Injury led to acting career.
Adapt and pursue new passions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- injury recovery
- career change
- skill transfer
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What new skill can you develop from a setback?
- How does your past shape your new path?
May underestimate emotional impact of loss of original goal.