Over time, I've paid attention, taken notes and forgotten easily half of everything I've gone through.
Carrie FisherRead
I trust myself. I trust my instincts. I know what I'm gonna do, what I can do, what I can't do. I've been through a lot, and I could go through more, but I hope I don't have to. But if I did, I'd be able to do it. I'm not going to enjoy dying, but there's not much prep for that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes self-trust and resilience in the face of challenges.
In this quote, Carrie Fisher expresses a strong sense of self-trust and confidence in her instincts. She acknowledges the struggles she has faced and her ability to endure further hardships, while also recognizing the inevitability of mortality. The essence of the quote revolves around embracing one's capabilities, facing fears, and understanding that while life may come with difficulties, one must trust themselves to navigate through them.
Themes
TrustInstinctsResilienceStrengthSelf-Awareness
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a motivational speech to inspire others to trust themselves in challenging times.
More from Carrie Fisher
All quotes βI went to a doctor and told him I felt normal on acid, that I was a light bulb in a world of moths. That is what the manic state is like.
Carrie FisherRead
There's a line I have that our family was designed more for public than for private. But there are definitely some things that are only mine. I am someone who dreams at night, and you don't know what I'm dreaming.
Carrie FisherRead
You know how most illnesses have symptoms you can recognize? Like fever, upset stomach, chills, whatever. Well, with manic depression, it's sexual promiscuity, excessive spending, and substance abuse - and that just sounds like a fantastic weekend in Vegas to me!
Carrie FisherRead
I am truly a product of Hollywood in-breeding. When two celebrities mate, someone like me is the result.
Carrie FisherRead
People are still asking me if I knew Star Wars was going to be that big of a hit. Yes, we all knew. The only one who didn't know was George.
Carrie FisherRead
Similar quotes
We have got to dispel this myth that bullying is just a normal rite of passage.
Barack ObamaRead
Words are even more feeble on this Memorial Day, for the sight before us is that of a strong and good nation that stands in silence and remembers those who were loved and who, in return, loved their countrymen enough to die for them.
Ronald ReaganRead
The times when black women have been successful in confronting and overcoming the structural and institutional sexism and racism that persists in our society have been when we are thoughtful and strategic about speaking up. It's when we've done what it takes to introduce and implement our ideas and our plans to make things better.
Marcia FudgeRead
No one is so brave that he is not disturbed by something unexpected.
Julius CaesarRead
Develop enough courage so that you can stand up for yourself and then stand up for somebody else.
Maya AngelouRead
A glorious death is his, who for his country falls.
HomerRead