Quote by Dustin Hoffman

In my room as a kid... I'd play a fighter and get knocked to the floor and come back to win.

In my room as a kid... I'd play a fighter and get knocked to

Summary

This quote suggests that as a child, the speaker's imagination allowed them to create scenarios where they would act as fighters. Despite getting knocked down, they would always find a way to bounce back and emerge victorious. This highlights the resilience and determination the speaker had even from a young age, emphasizing their ability to overcome obstacles and persist in difficult situations.

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Adversity

By Dustin Hoffman

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