'Height gives you a wonderful feeling of grandeur. You're the king of the castle up here.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Being high up provides a sense of power and perspective not felt elsewhere.
- In plain terms
- Climbing high makes you feel powerful.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek perspective through elevation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you feel powerful?
- Does height change view?
Another view
Height can also induce fear or isolation.
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