A brilliant woman whose perpetual wit made my head swim.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author is overwhelmed by the wit of a brilliant woman.
- In plain terms
- A smart woman's constant jokes were overwhelming.
- What can you take from it?
- Sharp wit can be mentally exhausting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you react to intense intelligence?
- Is wit always enjoyable?
Another view
Constant high energy might be draining over time.
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