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“I was very happy that I was as normal as possible before I went into serious dance.” quote by Suzanne Farrell
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“I was very happy that I was as normal as possible before I went into serious dance.”

Suzanne Farrell

About This Quote

Source Interview: Dance Magazine, 1975

She valued being ordinary before committing to intense dance training, seeing normalcy as a foundation.

In simple terms: She wanted to feel normal before serious dance.

Key Takeaway

Embrace your baseline before intense pursuits.

Themes

self‑acceptance preparation growth

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice personal

When to use this quote

  • starting a new sport
  • entering a demanding job
  • learning a skill
  • personal transformation

Key Concepts

identity discipline baseline

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “normal” mean to you?
  • How does baseline comfort affect performance?
A Different Perspective

Normalcy may mask underlying issues that later surface.

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