I was an uncommonly unattractive young man.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hitchcock modestly admits he was not good-looking in his youth.
- In plain terms
- He did not think he was handsome when young.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-awareness about appearance is common.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does appearance affect early opportunities?
- Do you judge people by looks?
Another view
Attractiveness is subjective and changes over time.
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