The problem with taking offense is that it's really hard to figure out what to do with it after you're done using it. Better to just leave it on the table and walk away. Umbrage untaken quietly disappears.
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Not only are bloggers suckers for the remarkable, so are the people who read blogs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Bloggers and their readers are attracted to exceptional and noteworthy content.
This quote by Seth Godin highlights the tendency of bloggers to seek out and share remarkable stories or experiences, resonating with the habits of their readers who are equally drawn to extraordinary content. It suggests that both creators and consumers of blogs thrive on engaging and unique material that stands out from the mundane.
Themes
BloggingRemarkableContentEngagementCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire writers at a blog conference to focus on unique and engaging stories.
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