Believe Quote by Stephen Fry
“At John Schlesinger's funeral at a synagogue in St John's Wood some years ago the person I stood next to said to me encouragingly, 'Come on, Stephen - you're not singing. Have a go!' 'Believe me, Paul, you don't want me to,' I said. Besides, I was having a much better time listening to him. 'No. Go on!' So I joined in the chorus. 'You're right,' Paul McCartney conceded. 'You can't sing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, 2005
Even when lacking talent, encouragement can push you to try and enjoy the experience.
In simple terms: Encouragement can lead to unexpected participation.
Key Takeaway
Accept encouragement and try new things.
Themes
confidence
encouragement
self‑discovery
Mood
reflective
humorous
Type
personal
storytelling
When to use this quote
- team activities
- public speaking
- performance
- social events
Key Concepts
social pressure
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you decline a challenge?
- How does peer pressure affect decisions?
A Different Perspective
Pressure may cause discomfort; not all encouragement is appropriate.
