But then, so far as I know, I am the only performer who ever pledged his assistants to secrecy, honor and allegiance under a notarial oath.
Harry HoudiniRead
My Brain is the key that sets me free.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of one's mind and intellect in achieving freedom and personal liberation.
Harry Houdini's quote suggests that mental acuity and creativity are essential for overcoming barriers and limitations in life. It reflects the idea that true freedom comes from understanding and utilizing oneβs intellectual capabilities, implying that the power to change one's circumstances lies within the mind.
In practice
In a motivational speech about overcoming obstacles in life.
But then, so far as I know, I am the only performer who ever pledged his assistants to secrecy, honor and allegiance under a notarial oath.
An old trick well done is far better than a new trick with no effect.
Keep up your enthusiasm! There is nothing more contagious than exuberant enthusiasm.
Never tell the auidience how good you are, they will soon find out for themselves.
I make the most money, I think, in Russia and Paris, for the people of those countries are so willing to be amused, so eager to see something new and out of the ordinary.
Truth is, of its essence, liberating, as it is possessed of no contrivance or conceit - that it provides the only genuine basis for progress and that the future can only be found in truth.
Minds that are great and free, should not on fortune pause: 'Tis crown enough to virtue still, her own applause.
Man's brain may be compared to an electric battery...a group of electric batteries will provide more energy than a single battery.
Politeness is the art of choosing among your thoughts.
Control what you can control. Don't lose sleep worrying about things that you don't have control over because, at the end of the day, you still won't have any control over them.
Open your mouth and shut your eyes and see what Zeus will send you.
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