Quote by William Mcfee

There are some men whom a staggering emotional shock, so far from making them mental invalids for life, seems, on the other hand, to awaken, to galvanize, to arouse into an almost incredible activity of soul.

There are some men whom a staggering emotional shock, so far

Summary

This quote suggests that certain individuals, when faced with a heavy emotional blow, do not succumb to lasting mental distress, but rather experience a remarkable awakening of their inner selves. Instead of becoming psychological casualties, they are invigorated and propelled into a state of intense spiritual and emotional vitality. It implies that these men possess a unique resilience, using adversity as fuel to propel them forward, surpassing expectations and achieving incredible feats.

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By William Mcfee

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