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“I dread handshakes. I've got some problems with my hands, and everywhere I go, people want to impress me with their grip. To make it worse, now women are coming up with that firm shake. So I'll say, 'Gimme five!' If a boy wants a handshake, I'll just give him a hug.” quote by George Foreman
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“I dread handshakes. I've got some problems with my hands, and everywhere I go, people want to impress me with their grip. To make it worse, now women are coming up with that firm shake. So I'll say, 'Gimme five!' If a boy wants a handshake, I'll just give him a hug.”

George Foreman

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Foreman Story, 2015

He avoids handshakes due to hand issues and prefers alternative greetings like high‑fives or hugs.

In simple terms: He dislikes handshakes and uses other greetings.

Key Takeaway

Choose greetings that feel comfortable for you.

Themes

social anxiety personal boundaries greeting etiquette

Mood

anxious lighthearted

Type

personal practical

When to use this quote

  • business meetings
  • social events
  • first dates

Key Concepts

hand health cultural norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternative greeting feels authentic to you?
  • How can you politely decline a handshake?
A Different Perspective

Some cultures view non‑handshake greetings as disrespectful.

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