While I'm talking to you I'm thinking up the greatest short poem of all time. This poem tells how it feels to be great as I am: Me - wheee!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ali uses humor and confidence to express his self-belief and joy in his own greatness.
- In plain terms
- He is happy and proud of who he is.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace your own talents with joy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you express joy in your achievements?
- Is confidence always helpful?
Another view
It can be seen as arrogant or dismissive of others.
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