Actors Quote by Meryl Streep
“I would say, don't smoke. I'm kidding, but yeah, I did smoke in college and as a young actor and it's stupid.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Vanity Fair, 2015
The speaker jokes about smoking, acknowledging past mistakes while emphasizing that such habits are unwise.
In simple terms: Smoking is a bad habit, even if joked about.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harmful habits despite peer pressure.
Themes
health
self‑deprecation
humor
Mood
lighthearted
candid
Type
advice
confessional
When to use this quote
- college life
- acting career
- social settings
Key Concepts
addiction
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we use humor to mask regret?
- What steps can you take to quit a bad habit?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay seriousness.
![“We have never been big smokers, neither Cheech [Marine] nor I. We were too creative, and we had a lot to do. We are actors and to be honest, I am the type of person that can reference a thought or a smell and get high.” quote by Tommy Chong](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b01/tommy-chong-4039_actors_we-have-never-been-big-smokers-neither-c_1992136.jpg)
