16 Stuart Smalley Quotes: Daily Affirmations From The Hilarious SNL Character

Luca Demetriou
Dec 12, 2023 By Luca Demetriou
Originally Published on Feb 14, 2021
Edited by Luca Demetriou
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The dazzling and vibrant character Stuart Smalley is played by former senator and humorist Al Franken.

The sketch's full title was 'Daily Affirmation With Stuart Smalley', a mock self-improvement program that originated on Saturday Night Live. The show with the lively fictional character Stuart Smalley was initially broadcasted on the show's 9 February, '91, episode.

Stuart has presented numerous live sketches; 'Children of Alcoholic Parents' and 'Children of rageholic Parents Anonymous' are a few. Stuart Smalley's character was quite popular and bagged a movie 'Stuart Saves His Family,' besides a spawn in the '92 novel and an audiobook named to its tag line, 'You're Good Enough, You're Smart Enough And Doggone it, People Like You.'

Saturday Night Live has grown to be a legendary sketch show. The show has contributed 45 years of comedic presence, with several artists warming the audience with their company. Irrespective of the fact whether you like his type of humour, you can not but enjoy the show. One such name on the list is Kristen Stewart. If you already adore Stewart, you will love her a little more after treating yourself to her hosting the Saturday Night Live. Stewart has appeared twice on the show, keeping the audience hooked by participating in some hilarious skits and delivering powerful monologues.

Another memorable personality that graced the show was Michael Jordan. Jordan made an appearance in September '91. Michael Jordan took his initial steps into the traditional mainstream culture when he hosted the premiere of Saturday Night Live on NBC, which also featured Public Enemy as the musical guest. The sketch and the monologue presented by Jordan is one of the most cherished memories of the show. The episode was exemplary; Jordan was excellent. Amongst his various sketches, 'The First Black Harlem Globetrotter', 'Bill Swerski's Super Fans, and 'Day By day Affirmation With Stuart Smalley'. became quintessential. You'll find his good enough and smart enough quotes, along with all the daily quotes he has to give you a laugh.

If you like Stuart Smalley quotes, you may also look at [Jimmy Fallon quotes] and [Chris Farley quotes].
 

Best Stuart Smalley Quotes

Stuart Smalley's character is known for his various compelling quotes, with significant comic impact. However, many of Smalley's quotes are chosen not just for their comic timing, but they are also good enough and smart enough for the perceived tendency of the self-improvement program to talk and think in psychobabble. Reading his quotes can be your first step towards inner freedom. Here we have enlisted some of Stuart Smalley quotes that you might already have heard but will enjoy again as well.

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1. "I am a worthy human being."

- Stuart Smalley, 'Stuart Saves His Family'.

2. "Compare and despair."

- Stuart Smalley.

3. "I deserve good things. I am entitled to my share of happiness. I refuse to beat myself up. I am an attractive person. I am fun to be with."

- Stuart Smalley.

4. "I don't know what I'm doing. They're gonna cancel the show. I'm gonna die homeless and penniless and twenty pounds overweight and no one will ever love me."

- Stuart Smalley.

5. "When it comes to partying, no one gets down like people in recovery."

- Stuart Smalley, 'Stuart Saves His Family'.

6. "It's easier to put on slippers than to carpet the whole world."

- Stuart Smalley, 'Stuart Saves His Family'.

7. "Listen to me. I'm should-ing all over myself."

- Stuart Smalley.

8. "I am a human being, not a human doing."

- Stuart Smalley, 'Stuart Saves His Family'.

SNL Stuart Smalley Quotes

Whether it be Al Franken Stuart Smalley quotes or Stuart Smalley daily affirmations quotes, they are already loved by all the viewers. Here are some of the best Stuart Smalley quotes "I'm good enough I' m smart enough" along with other famous quotes.

9. "Labels disable."

- Stuart Smalley, 'Stuart Saves His Family'.

10. "As they say in Al-Anon: Trace it. Face it. And Erase it."

- Stuart Smalley.

11. "You need a checkup from the neck-up."

- Stuart Smalley.

12. "I'm in a shame spiral."

- Stuart Smalley.

13. "You're should-ing all over yourself."

- Stuart Smalley.

14. "Pee-wee Herman: There but for the grace of God go I. I have to admit, it's not my best show.. but that's o-kay."

- Stuart Smalley.

15. "As we say in program: progress, not perfection."

- Stuart Smalley.

16. "So, basically, the strategy is: you get me to lie because if I don't, everyone goes to jail for perjury?"

- Stuart Smalley.

Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestions for Stuart Smalley quotes, then why not take a look at Will Ferrell quotes, or Tina Fey quotes.

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Written by Luca Demetriou

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English and Drama, Master of Arts specializing in Performance: Design and Practice

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Luca DemetriouBachelor of Arts specializing in English and Drama, Master of Arts specializing in Performance: Design and Practice

Experienced in writing and sub-editing, Luca holds a Bachelor's in English Literature and Drama from the University of Birmingham, where he served as the culture editor at Redbrick Paper. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Performance: Design and Practice at the University of the Arts in London, showcasing his passion for the arts, performance, and history. With a keen interest in traveling, Luca enjoys exploring new cultures and experiencing diverse perspectives.

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