Observe it, the vulgar often laugh, but never smile, whereas well-bred people often smile, and seldom or never laugh. A witty thing never excited laughter, it pleases only the mind and never distorts the countenance.
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Why did I rob banks? Because I enjoyed it. I loved it. I was more alive when I was inside a bank, robbing it, than at any other time in my life. I enjoyed everything about it so much that one or two weeks later I'd be out looking for the next job. But to me the money was the chips, that's all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects a passion for the thrill of risk rather than a focus on financial gain.
Willie Sutton's quote delves into the mindset of a bank robber who finds more satisfaction in the act of robbing than in the wealth acquired. It speaks to the essence of thrill-seeking behavior where the excitement and adrenaline of the act overshadow the intended outcome, revealing deeper truths about fulfillment, risk, and the pursuit of passion in one's life choices.
Themes
ThrillRiskPassionAdventureLifeMoney
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about pursuing one's passion regardless of societal norms.
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