My best advice: Fall in love with what you do for a living.
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If I paid ten dollars for a cigar, first I'd make love to it, then I'd smoke it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote humorously emphasizes enjoying life's pleasures to the fullest.
George Burns' quote suggests a playful approach to indulgence, highlighting that if he invested in a high-quality cigar, he would savor every moment with it, even drawing a humorous parallel to love and intimacy. It's a lighthearted reminder to appreciate and enjoy the finer things in life, treating them with care and affection.
Themes
HumorEnjoymentIndulgencePleasureSavoringCigar
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote at a cigar lounge gathering to break the ice.
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