Again Quote by Marcia Strassman
“I sang all the time, and finally, my mother looked at me and said: 'I have a friend in New York who gives singing lessons. If she says you can sing, you can take lessons. If you can't sing, I never want you to open your mouth again as long as you live.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Personal anecdote (2000s)
A mother’s harsh warning ties singing ability to future prospects.
In simple terms: Mother says sing or never speak again.
Key Takeaway
Pursue passions despite discouragement.
Themes
parenting
talent
motivation
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
Again:0
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Friend:0
Friendship:0
Gives:0
Lessons:0
Live:0
Long:0
Looked:0
Me:0
Mother:1
Mouth:0
Never:0
New:0
New york:0
Open:0
Parenting:1
Said:0
Sang:0
Says:0
She:0
Sing:0
Singing:0
Song:0
Take:0
Time:0
Want:0
Who:0
York:0
You:0
Your:0
Sing Lessons:0
Singing Lessons:0
Lessons Sing:0
Says Sing:0
When to use this quote
- education
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
music
career advice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can constructive feedback help?
- What if you love singing despite criticism?
A Different Perspective
Advice is extreme and potentially harmful.
