Frightened Quote by Yoko Ono
“When you go on a stage, before you go on a stage you're really scared and you're really frightened. You don't know what to do. "Why did I say yes to this?" But once you're on the stage you think, "Okay."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Performance, 1995
Stage fright is natural; once you act, the fear fades, showing that experience replaces anxiety with confidence.
In simple terms: Fear fades after you act.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the first performance despite fear.
Themes
performance
fear
confidence
Mood
nervous
hopeful
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- theater
- presentations
- teaching
Key Concepts
psychology
stagecraft
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your performance anxiety?
- How can you prepare to reduce fear?
A Different Perspective
Fear can persist if the environment is hostile.
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