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Able Quote by Bruce Lee

“There's so much myth and baloney. Like a 80-year-old man able to manhandle a 300-pounder with his little finger. Ridiculous. Or this matter of breaking bricks and boards wth the edge of your hand. Now I ask you, did you ever see a brick or a board pick a fight with anybody?” quote by Bruce Lee
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“There's so much myth and baloney. Like a 80-year-old man able to manhandle a 300-pounder with his little finger. Ridiculous. Or this matter of breaking bricks and boards wth the edge of your hand. Now I ask you, did you ever see a brick or a board pick a fight with anybody?”

Bruce Lee

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Express Yourself, 1971

Exaggerated claims of extraordinary feats are absurd; true mastery is grounded in realistic practice.

In simple terms: Extraordinary claims are often false.

Key Takeaway

Focus on practical, achievable skill.

Themes

martial arts realism humor

Mood

skeptical humorous

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • training
  • self‑defense
  • fitness
  • motivation

Key Concepts

myth busting skill development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence supports realistic training?
  • How do myths affect learning?
A Different Perspective

May dismiss genuine achievements as "myth".

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