Activity Quote by Philippe Petit
“For me, when I am on the wire, I do not have a problem of eliminating or blocking fear. I do not really feel fear, although it is a fearful activity to walk in thin air, as I do without any safety device, but I am not fearful.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1999 TED Talk, Philippe Petit
The speaker describes performing a high‑risk act without feeling fear, separating the activity’s danger from personal emotion.
In simple terms: He does risky dangerous work without feeling scared.
Key Takeaway
Focus on the task, not the fear.
Themes
courage
risk
mindset
performance
Mood
determined
calm
focused
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- tightrope walking
- public speaking
- extreme sports
- high‑stakes negotiations
Key Concepts
psychology of fear
flow state
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay calm in dangerous situations?
- Can fear be useful?
A Different Perspective
Even when fear is present, it can be suppressed, but underlying anxiety may affect performance.
