If you don't have a policeman to stop traffic and let you walk across the street like you are somebody, how are you going to know you are somebody?

Summary

This quote suggests that people often rely on external validation to feel significant or important. It implies that without someone in a position of authority, such as a policeman, providing special treatment or recognition, individuals may struggle to recognize their self-worth. It highlights the need for external affirmation as a means of self-identity, suggesting that society's perception of one's importance has a considerable influence on one's own sense of worth.

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