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At a very young age I became a very wealthy man. For me it was almost embarrassing and I felt in many ways I’ve got to give this money away.
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The speaker says that becoming rich at a very young age felt uncomfortable rather than simply pleasing. The money seemed excessive or awkward to possess, creating a strong sense that it should be given away. The quote presents generosity as a response to the embarrassment of having wealth so early in life.
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