Quote by Walter Salles

My father was a diplomat for part of his life and I jumped from country to country and culture to culture.

My father was a diplomat for part of his life and I jumped f

Summary

This quote explains the experiences of the speaker, whose father worked as a diplomat. Due to their father's profession, the speaker recounts a life filled with constant relocation, moving from one country to another and immersing themselves in various cultures. This upbringing likely exposed the speaker to diverse perspectives, languages, and traditions, shaping their understanding of the world and contributing to their cultural adaptability.

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By Walter Salles

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