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Age Quote by Naya Rivera

“Going to regular public high school and working and auditioning was really, really tough. I never really fit in and hit the stride that all the other kids were on. Instead of going out and hanging out with my friends at that age, I remember being in my bedroom and putting on like a Christina…” quote by Naya Rivera
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“Going to regular public high school and working and auditioning was really, really tough. I never really fit in and hit the stride that all the other kids were on. Instead of going out and hanging out with my friends at that age, I remember being in my bedroom and putting on like a Christina Aguilera tape and just like belting. And seeing if I could hit every single note just like her.”

Naya Rivera

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Voice contestant, 2012

She describes the difficulty of balancing school, work, and auditions while feeling out of place, using music as a personal refuge.

In simple terms: Balancing school and dreams was hard; she sang alone for comfort.

Key Takeaway

Find personal outlets when life feels overwhelming.

Themes

determination identity creativity

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • high school
  • auditions
  • personal practice
  • loneliness

Key Concepts

self‑expression resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you turn isolation into motivation?
  • What personal rituals sustain you?
A Different Perspective

Balancing many responsibilities can limit social development.

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