I think in terms of family, in terms of relationships, in terms of work, competition to be the favorite, to be the noticed, to be the one – I don’t know if it exists for all personalities, but I know for sure it did with me.
Meaning of the quote
This quote is about how Marcia Gay Harden, an American actress, thinks about different parts of her life, like her family, relationships, and work. She feels like she has always been in competition to be the favorite, the one who stands out, and the one who gets the most attention. She's not sure if this is a feeling that all people have, but she knows it was definitely a part of her own experience.
About Marcia Gay Harden
Marcia Gay Harden is an acclaimed American actress who has won an Academy Award and a Tony Award for her exceptional performances. She has starred in numerous popular films like The First Wives Club, Flubber, and the Fifty Shades series, as well as acclaimed television shows such as The Newsroom and How to Get Away with Murder.
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