# Paul Walker: surround yourself with better people to improve 2026-08-14T09:06:27+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Paul Walker, the actor best known for the Fast and Furious films, once said: 'If you play with people who are better than you, then you get better.' Times of India reports that Walker deliberately sought great directors and actors who outshone him, comparing it to sports like surfing or basketball. He believed working alongside the best forces improvement, though it brings discomfort. The quote, part of a longer reflection, has resurfaced as a reminder that growth often comes from challenging situations. Walker argued that being the least skilled person in a room offers concrete lessons, provided one does not feel threatened by the gap. Constant comparison, used constructively, can point to real targets instead of vague self-criticism. ## Coverage - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: acting, Fast and Furious, Paul Walker, personal growth, quotes, self-improvement Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/paul-walker-surround-yourself-with-better-people-to-improve/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/paul-walker-surround-yourself-with-better-people-to-improve/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.