Quote by Michael Jordan

When I was playing before I retired, I never really understood the appreciation and the respect that people gave me. People had treated me like a god or something, and that was very embarrassing.

When I was playing before I retired, I never really understo

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their experiences as a professional athlete before retiring. They acknowledge a lack of comprehension regarding the admiration and respect they received from others during their career. The individual expresses discomfort with being elevated to a god-like status, finding it embarrassing to be placed on such a pedestal by people. This quote showcases the speaker's humility and the confusion they felt amid the immense appreciation they received in their professional life.

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By Michael Jordan

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