Children Quote by Margaret Cho
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“I started [performing] so young that it might have just been that I kind of had to grow up and make people understand that I was worth listening to, even though I was a child.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: Live at the Comedy Store, 1999
She felt compelled to prove herself early, demanding respect despite her youth.
In simple terms: She wanted adults to take her seriously.
Key Takeaway
Earn respect through confidence and skill.
Themes
self‑esteem
growth
voice
Mood
determined
assertive
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- school presentations
- early career meetings
- family discussions
- public speaking
- activism
Key Concepts
assertiveness
identity formation
performance anxiety
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assert authority when others see you as inexperienced?
- What strategies help a young voice be heard?
A Different Perspective
Youth may be dismissed, so credibility must be earned, not assumed.
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