Quote by Bernard Baruch

Two things are bad for the heart -- running up stairs and running down people.

Two things are bad for the heart -- running up stairs and ru

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that there are two actions that can be detrimental to both physical and emotional well-being. First, it implies that physically exerting oneself by running up stairs can be hard on the heart, indicating the potential negative impact of rigorous exercise on cardiovascular health. Second, it metaphorically signifies that harming or mistreating others, symbolized as running them down, can also have a detrimental effect on one's emotional well-being or conscience. Thus, it emphasizes the importance of both physical and emotional balance for a healthy heart.

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