Anxiety Quote by Marina Abramovic
“If I'm not nervous, I'm nervous. You never know how people are going to receive the work.”
About This Quote
Source Performance Art: The Artist Is Present, Marina Abramovic, 2010
Anxiety is inevitable; uncertainty about audience reaction creates nervous energy that can be harnessed.
In simple terms: Nervousness is natural when facing unknown reception.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the nervous feeling as a sign of engagement.
Themes
performance
anxiety
creativity
audience
vulnerability
Mood
tensive
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- live performance
- gallery opening
- public speaking
- creative work
Key Concepts
psychology
risk
presence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nervousness affect your creative process?
- Can you turn audience uncertainty into motivation?
A Different Perspective
Nervousness can paralyze if not managed; it may hinder authenticity.
