Quote by Gloria Swanson

I didn't want to spend the rest of my life playing Norma Desmond over and over again.

I didn't want to spend the rest of my life playing Norma Des

Summary

This quote suggests the speaker's refusal to live a repetitive, stagnant life. By referencing Norma Desmond, a character from the film "Sunset Boulevard" who relives her past glory, the speaker expresses a desire for forward-looking growth and personal development. They reject the idea of becoming stuck in a particular role or repetitive cycle, implying a need for change and embracing new experiences instead of being trapped in the past.

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By Gloria Swanson

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