I don't get attached to anything. I'm like a good antique

I don't get attached to anything. I'm like a good antique dealer. I'm prepared to sell my most valuable table.

📖 Ridley Scott

🌍 British | 👨‍💼 Director

🎂 November 30, 1937

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This quote highlights a mindset of detachment and emotional agility. By comparing oneself to an antique dealer willing to part with cherished possessions, it suggests valuing experiences or qualities over emotional clinginess. Such an attitude can foster resilience, enabling individuals to adapt to change without excessive attachment or loss. It encourages us to appreciate what we have without becoming overly dependent on it, promoting a healthier perspective on possessions, relationships, and circumstances.

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