My advice: Don't waste so much time worrying about your skin or your weight. Develop what you do, what you put your hands on in the world.
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I'm curious about other people. That's the essence of my acting. I'm interested in what it would be like to be you.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the importance of empathy and understanding in acting.
Meryl Streep highlights the core of her craft as an actress, which revolves around curiosity for the lives and experiences of others. This sense of empathy allows her to embody different characters authentically, reflecting a profound appreciation for human experiences beyond her own.
Themes
EmpathyActingCuriosityUnderstandingHuman Experience
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of understanding diverse perspectives.
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