I am not gonna die because I failed as someone else. I am gonna succeed as myself. And I'm gonna stay here and rock the mike until the next Korean-American, fag hag, shit starter, girl comic, trash talker, comes up and takes my place!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cho commits to authenticity and success on her own terms, paving the way for future diverse comedians.
- In plain terms
- She will succeed as herself and stay in comedy to inspire others like her.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace your unique identity instead of trying to be someone else.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does it mean to succeed as yourself?
- Who do you make space for?
Another view
Success often requires compromise which pure authenticity may not allow.
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