I'm like a good cheese. I'm just getting mouldy enough to be interesting.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He compares himself to cheese that improves with age, suggesting maturity adds value and intrigue.
- In plain terms
- Getting older makes him more interesting like aged cheese.
- What can you take from it?
- Aging can enhance appeal and depth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What qualities do you gain over time?
- How do you view your own aging?
Another view
The metaphor assumes aging always leads to improvement which is not universally true.
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