Quote by Harvey Korman

They say it's good but I didn't know what I was doing until I got into the suit and they put the moustache on me, and somehow, when I got all the drag on, it came out. It was the most amazing thing. I'm truly extraordinary.

They say it's good but I didn't know what I was doing until

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of embracing one's true self. The speaker initially doubts their abilities and the positive feedback they receive. However, when they fully immerse themselves in their chosen persona (symbolized by putting on the suit and moustache), their extraordinary qualities shine through. It suggests that sometimes it takes fully embracing who we are and stepping into our authentic selves to realize our true potential and achieve greatness.

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