Being shy Quote by Will Ferrell
“I always just forced myself to do crazy things in public. In college I would push an overhead projector across campus with my pants just low enough to show my butt. Then my friend would incite the crowd to be like, 'Look at that idiot!' That's how I got over being shy.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy Central interview, 2005
Deliberately doing outrageous acts in public helped overcome social anxiety.
In simple terms: Bold actions can break shyness.
Try a daring act to face fear.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- social events
- team building
- performance art
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safe, bold step could you take?
- How does humor aid personal growth?
Risky behavior can backfire or cause embarrassment.