Quote by Melanie Brown

Look, everything that you experience as a kid is the foundation of how you are today. I was brought up in a working class family in Leeds and when it comes to money both my parents worked hard and instilled the same attitude into me.

Look, everything that you experience as a kid is the foundat

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This quote suggests that one's childhood experiences shape their identity and current outlook on life. The speaker emphasizes the influence of their working-class upbringing in Leeds, where their parents' strong work ethic regarding money left a lasting impact. The quote implies that the foundation laid during childhood plays a crucial role in forming one's character and values as an adult.

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