Judy garland Quote by Rita Moreno
“When I was nominated for the Oscar, I was absolutely positive that Judy Garland would win for 'Judgment at Nuremberg,' and then they call my name, and I was absolutely paralyzed. And I remember walking down to the stage and saying to myself, 'Don't run. It's not dignified.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Academy Awards ceremony, 1972
She describes the shock and paralyzing fear of being nominated, and her internal mantra to stay dignified despite anxiety.
In simple terms: She felt paralyzed by fear at the Oscars.
Key Takeaway
Stay calm and act with dignity under pressure.
Themes
fear
performance
self‑talk
Mood
nervous
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- award ceremonies
- high‑stakes presentations
- live performances
Key Concepts
public speaking
career milestones
psychological coping
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner mantra helps you stay composed?
- How can you prepare for sudden spotlight?
A Different Perspective
Fear can freeze action if not managed.
![“I remember when I was doing Mermaids [1990], I was 16 and they gave me a B12 shot once. My parents weren't there, and when they did come, they freaked out. They were terrified, because of the Judy Garland stories. I know it's just vitamin B, but it did give you a boost.” quote by Winona Ryder](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/19e/winona-ryder-1469_boost_i-remember-when-i-was-doing-mermaids-199_418259.jpg)
