Quote by Clarence Day

You can't sweep other people off their feet, if you can't be swept off your own.

You can't sweep other people off their feet, if you can't be

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of being passionate and enthusiastic about life. It suggests that in order to have a genuine impact on others and impress them, one must first be inspired and deeply moved by their own experiences and emotions. It highlights the idea that one's own enthusiasm and ability to be swept away by life's wonders are what make them captivating and able to inspire others.

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Enthusiasm

By Clarence Day

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