Anxious Quote by Michael Gambon
“I want to be good all the time, so I feel anxious. But if you weren't like that, you'd be dead, wouldn't you? If you went out happy down the road, la la la. I've never been like that. I don't want to be.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, Michael Gambon, 2015
Perfectionism fuels anxiety; embracing imperfection is essential for wellbeing.
In simple terms: Trying to be perfect makes you anxious.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection to reduce anxiety.
Themes
anxiety
perfectionism
mental health
self‑acceptance
Mood
introspective
motivational
Type
self‑help
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- creative work
- personal relationships
- stress management
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
self‑compassion
existential dread
Questions to Reflect On
- What would happen if you stopped striving for constant goodness?
- How can you practice self‑compassion?
A Different Perspective
May not apply to all personality types.
![“I try to picture where in my body I feel the most anxious. [...] At first it makes me feel even worse and I want to open my eyes but I force myself to take a breath and just allow it to be there. Nothing happens [...] it hasn't got any better - but it hasn't got any worse either.” quote by Zoe Sugg (aka Zoella](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e9c/zoe-sugg-aka-zoella-288468_anxiety_i-try-to-picture-where-in-my-body-i-feel_272557.jpg)
