people see me I'm a challenge to your balance I'm over your heads how I confound you and astound you
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker notes how their presence challenges and puzzles others.
- In plain terms
- My presence confuses and surprises people.
- What can you take from it?
- Uniqueness can challenge others' expectations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you affect others?
- Do you like being a challenge?
Another view
Not everyone will be challenged by your uniqueness.
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