I have been a comedian for a long time, so forgive me while I plaster on a fake smile and plough through this shit one more time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A comedian admits to forcing a positive demeanor while enduring a difficult performance or life situation.
- In plain terms
- He admits to faking happiness while going through something unpleasant repeatedly.
- What can you take from it?
- It is okay to admit when you are struggling behind the scenes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you last fake a smile?
- How do you cope with repetitive stress?
Another view
Not all exhaustion stems from performance or external expectations.
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