Quote by George Foreman

That's my gift. I let that negativity roll off me like water off a duck's back. If it's not positive, I didn't hear it. If you can overcome that, fights are easy.

That's my gift. I let that negativity roll off me like water

Summary

This quote emphasizes the speaker's ability to remain unaffected by negativity. They metaphorically compare it to water rolling off a duck's back, indicating that they do not allow negative comments or energy to impact them. By focusing only on positive matters, they imply that conflicts become easier to handle. The quote highlights the speaker's resilience and ability to maintain a positive mindset, suggesting that filtering out negativity creates a more peaceful and functional mindset.

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