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But I have to grow out of it, because its very boring, really. Even when youre telling people how crap you are, youre st
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"But I have to grow out of it, because it's very boring, really. Even when you're telling people how crap you are, you're still banging on about yourself"

- Emily Mortimer

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This quote by Emily Mortimer speaks to the idea of self-deprecation and how it can be a crutch for people. It suggests that while it might be a method to manage challenging emotions, it can also be a method to draw attention to oneself and can become tiring for those around us. Mortimer is suggesting that it is essential to recognize when self-deprecation is becoming a habit and to take actions to move far from it. She is emphasizing that it is necessary to acknowledge when we are talking excessive about ourselves and to concentrate on others rather. This quote motivates us to be mindful of our behavior and to make every effort to be more self-aware. It is a pointer that it is very important to be knowledgeable about how our behavior affects those around us and to make every effort to be more mindful of our words and actions.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Emily Mortimer somewhere between December 1, 1971 and today. She was a famous Actress from United Kingdom. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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