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“There is only one difference between a madman and me. I am not mad”

Salvador Dali

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This saying is about recognizing that what might seem crazy to some people is actually not. Imagine an artist who creates very unusual paintings. These paintings might look strange to most people, who could even think the artist is a bit mad. However, the artist knows exactly what they are doing and why they are painting that way. They aren't out of touch with reality; they just have a different way of seeing and expressing the world. In a real-life example, think about scientific geniuses like Albert Einstein. When Einstein first showed his ideas about relativity, many people thought it was crazy. But he wasn’t insane; he was just thinking in ways that others hadn’t before. You can apply this wisdom in your life by remembering to trust your own unique way of thinking or creating, even if others don’t understand it right away. It’s important to be confident in your perspective and not be discouraged if people don’t see your vision.

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