100 Monologues is a project where I’m writing monologue scripts, performing, and filming the pieces. Since I’m beginning to dabble in acting, the project is meant as a means for me to acquire more acting experience where I can work on refining my craft. You can find out more about the project here.

Below is the script from the “Upset at Myself” monologue. If you’re a student who would like to perform this monologue for class, just make sure you credit me, Maggie Coyle, as the author. For any other use of the script, please contact me.

100 Monologues: #28 Upset at Myself

Why do I always do this to myself? I don’t understand why my mind works this way. Why do I keep telling people what’s on my mind? Can’t I filter anything? I’m always putting my foot in my mouth. I’ve turned awkwardness into an all-new art form. No one else can fail as beautifully and tragically as I can. You’d think I’d learn by now…but years of saying the wrong thing at the wrong time always gets forgotten. And before I know it, I’m back to my old ways. Ugh, one of these days I just gotta change. I can’t keep turning moments into horrifically awkward nightmares that follow me for years. I’ve got to do something…I just got to.