Quote by Rick Barry

People who don't know me have opinions about me. That's the part that's very hurtful. Because how do you form an opinion about somebody if you've never met them or spent any time with them? So it's all based upon hearsay or things that they've read.

People who don't know me have opinions about me. That's the

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In this quote, the speaker expresses the pain caused by others' opinions about them when those people don't truly know them. They find it hurtful because forming an opinion on someone without any personal experience or interaction is unfair and relies solely on hearsay or preconceived notions. The quote highlights the frustration of being judged based on external sources rather than genuine understanding, emphasizing the negative impact it can have on an individual.

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