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First time Quote by Roisin Murphy

“Performance was a shock to me. The first time I remember feeling I could do it was during the making of my first video, 'Fun for Me.' I couldn't sleep the night before the shoot, I was so frightened. I had to play a ghost and a piece of merchandise in a shop window, and I had no idea whether I was…” quote by Roisin Murphy
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“Performance was a shock to me. The first time I remember feeling I could do it was during the making of my first video, 'Fun for Me.' I couldn't sleep the night before the shoot, I was so frightened. I had to play a ghost and a piece of merchandise in a shop window, and I had no idea whether I was going to be able to pull it off.”

Roisin Murphy

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing early video work, 2023

The quote describes overcoming fear and anxiety to perform, highlighting the breakthrough moment when confidence emerges despite dread.

In simple terms: Fear turned into confidence during a first performance.

Key Takeaway

Face fear to discover hidden capabilities.

Themes

courage performance growth

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

motivational creative

When to use this quote

  • first public performance
  • making video content
  • overcoming stage fright

Key Concepts

psychology of fear creative expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear have you turned into a strength?
  • How can you prepare for future performances?
A Different Perspective

Fear can still linger after success.

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