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It's such a stress always trying to get bigger houses and larger cars and better schools. Of course, parents want to give their children the best opportunities in life, but sometimes that can stifle them.

From Shirley Henderson

I daydream all the time, and I like that quality.

From Shirley Henderson

You suddenly find yourself somewhere and you wonder, how did I get in this room? That happens to me all the time, every day!

From Shirley Henderson

I like doom and gloom with a sense of humour. Maybe it's a Scottish thing, we like to undercut indulgence with a laugh.

From Shirley Henderson

I spend plenty of time in London and it doesn't scare me, but it's a lonely place, even if you've got friends there. My job takes me all around the world, meeting lots of interesting people. But I think if I couldn't get home, if I couldn't get back to what I consider my real life I'd be frightened.

From Shirley Henderson

When I'm doing theatre, I feel like my life's on hold. Even though you might go out for a coffee, or go and see a film, your brain is still there, pulling you back to it.

From Shirley Henderson

I don't have children, but we all want to protect whatever we love in life.

From Shirley Henderson

I wasn't frightened of people, but I didn't have a clue about the adult world.

From Shirley Henderson

I'm not going to get an Oscar at 30 - that's done. So I'll think of something else.

From Shirley Henderson

Filming is long - you get very tired, and your skin breaks out and you get lumps and bumps. It's easier if you're allowed to have bags under your eyes.

From Shirley Henderson

Shirley Henderson

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