Away Quote by Peggy Lipton
“I didn't stutter when I was reading lines in a script. When I got away from myself, I didn't have that problem.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Mary Tyler Moore Show, 1975
Distancing oneself from personal identity can reduce performance anxiety like stuttering.
In simple terms: Step back from self to improve performance.
Key Takeaway
Create psychological distance to calm nerves.
Themes
performance
psychology
self-awareness
Mood
analytical
supportive
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- acting
- teaching
Key Concepts
identity detachment
anxiety management
Questions to Reflect On
- When does distance help versus hinder?
- How can you balance presence and detachment?
A Different Perspective
May not work for everyone; over‑detachment can cause disengagement.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away-from-home_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
