Great let me call him, for he conquered me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True greatness is measured by how one impacts others.
- In plain terms
- He is great because he changed me.
- What can you take from it?
- Greatness influences others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who changed you the most?
- What makes someone great?
Another view
Impact can be negative, not just positive.
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