Absurd Quote by Lou Doillon
“There's something I find highly embarrassing about it. As soon as I think I've written something smart, the next day I've got nausea, thinking, "Don't even try to be smart, it's absurd."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unspecified interview, date unknown
The speaker feels embarrassment when trying to be clever, fearing it will seem absurd the
In simple terms: Feeling embarrassed about trying to be smart
Key Takeaway
Avoid overthinking cleverness
Themes
self‑doubt
embarrassment
creativity
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
personal
psychological
When to use this quote
- writing
- public speaking
- creative work
- social media posts
Key Concepts
impostor syndrome
self‑criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes you fear appearing smart?
- How can you balance confidence and humility?
A Different Perspective
The pressure to appear intelligent can stifle genuine expression
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