From the gut comes the strut, and where hunger reigns, strength abstains.

Summary

This quote suggests that confidence and self-assurance arise from a deep sense of instinct or intuition ("from the gut"). It implies that when one is hungry, physically or metaphorically, their strength and fortitude diminish. In other words, a lack of nourishment, whether in terms of food or fulfilling one's desires, weakens a person's ability to persevere and achieve their goals. It underscores the importance of satisfying basic needs in order to maintain the drive and determination necessary for success.

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