There's so much of our psychological makeup which is impermissible for us to explore because it's inappropriate or perverse or scary. I'm interested in exploring that in myself. I try to be honest with myself about everything that I feel. I'm not saying I'm able to do that all the time, but it's something I'm interested in.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-exploration and honesty about one's feelings, even when those feelings are uncomfortable.
Annette Bening's quote highlights the complexities of human psychology and the instinctive avoidance of certain emotions or thoughts deemed inappropriate or frightening. She expresses a desire to confront these feelings within herself, recognizing that while complete honesty about one's inner life can be challenging, it is a worthwhile and intriguing pursuit. This pursuit of self-awareness fosters a deeper understanding of oneself, urging others to embrace their hidden thoughts and emotions.
In practice
In a psychological seminar discussing the importance of self-reflection, this quote can highlight how confronting uncomfortable feelings can lead to personal growth.
I remember hearing someone say that good acting is more about taking off a mask than putting one on, and in movie acting, certainly that's true. With the camera so close, you can see right down into your soul, hopefully. So being able to do that in a way is terrifying, and in another way, truly liberating. And I like that about it.
When I look at women, older than I am, in their 50s, 60, 70s, 80s, and I see women that I admire, I think, 'Oh, I get it; that's how I'm going to be.' I'm not scared. I want to be that.
A man who examines each subject from a philosophical standpoint cannot neglect them: he has to omit nothing, and state the truth about each topic.
A child born today will grow up with no conception of privacy at all. They'll never know what it means to have a private moment to themselves an unrecorded, unanalysed thought. And that's a problem because privacy matters, privacy is what allows us to determine who we are and who we want to be.
Sing the songs of joy to the Lord, serve the Name of the Lord, and become the servant of His servants.
See, I have set before you this day life and good, death and evil... I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse; therefore choose life.
It was at that moment he realized that his spirit was truly human once more. For he no longer remembered how to be alone without being lonely.
The difference between life and the movies is that a script has to make sense, and life doesn't.
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