Quote by Bruce Feirstein

The distance between insanity and genius is measured only by success.

The distance between insanity and genius is measured only by

Summary

This quote suggests that the line separating madness and exceptional brilliance is quite thin, and the determinant is one's ability to achieve success. It implies that individuals who are able to manifest unconventional or daring ideas to accomplish their goals are often dubbed either insane or genius, depending on the outcome of their endeavors. In essence, the measure of success acts as a determining factor in how their actions and ideas are perceived and labeled by society.

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By Bruce Feirstein

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