Summary
This quote suggests that in order for someone to evoke emotions in others, they themselves must have the capacity to feel and understand these emotions. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and personal connection in creating emotional impact. People who aim to influence or touch others emotionally should possess genuine empathy and be in touch with their own emotions. It implies that true emotional influence requires a deep understanding and experience of the emotions being conveyed, rather than merely superficial or contrived attempts to manipulate emotions in others.