On a very long and very high wire, I will not hope to not…
“On a very long and very high wire, I will not hope to not be blown off by high winds. I will have the certitude that such could not happen.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker expresses confidence that despite the danger of a high wire act, they trust in their certainty that no disaster will occur.
In simple terms: Confidence in skill over fear.
Key Takeaway
Trust skill, ignore fear.
Themes
courage
confidence
performance
risk
Mood
determined
steady
Type
motivational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- tightrope walking
- public speaking
- high‑stakes tasks
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑efficacy
Questions to Reflect On
- When does confidence become risk?
- How do you balance preparation and trust?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can lead to danger.