Quote by Henry Rollins

When people hold you in high esteem, it's very delicate relationship. When they meet you they're putting all their chips up. It's make or break.

When people hold you in high esteem, it's very delicate rela

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This quote emphasizes the fragile nature of the relationship when someone holds you in high esteem. It suggests that when someone respects and admires you, they are taking a genuine risk by investing their trust and expectations in you. The outcome of their experience with you can either solidify or fracture this delicate bond. The quote highlights the importance of recognizing the weight of others' opinions and the responsibility that comes with it to maintain and nurture such relationships.

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