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What does it mean?
The speaker finds energy and connection in the collective movement of crowds rather than isolation.
In plain terms
I enjoy the rush and energy of being in a moving crowd.
What can you take from it?
Find connection in the collective motion of others.

Where it applies

  • city life
  • commuting
  • public events

Putting it to work

  • observe crowds
  • join the flow
  • seek energy

Questions to consider

  • Where do you find your energy?
  • Do you prefer solitude or crowds?

Another view

It overlooks the chaos or lack of individual agency in crowds.

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