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“Whatever I was doing, even when I was at school, I never repressed anything that I felt. I wasn't flamboyant; I was actually quite reticent most of the time. But if I felt I had to do something, I did it.” quote by Robert Smith
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“Whatever I was doing, even when I was at school, I never repressed anything that I felt. I wasn't flamboyant; I was actually quite reticent most of the time. But if I felt I had to do something, I did it.”

Robert Smith

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2012 interview with Rolling Stone, 2012

He allowed genuine feelings to guide actions, avoiding suppression while remaining modest.

In simple terms: Feelings direct honest action.

Key Takeaway

Act when you truly feel compelled.

Themes

authenticity self-awareness action

Mood

introspective candid

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • artistic expression
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology emotional honesty personal agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you ignored a feeling and regretted it?
  • How does modesty affect your expression?
A Different Perspective

Suppressing emotions can cause inner conflict.

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