Philippe Petit Quotes

Of course, the slightest little mistake on the wire will deprive me of my life, so in that sense, yes, it is a dangerous profession. You have to pay attention; if not, you will lose your life.

Philippe Petit

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• Attention
• Mistake

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• Of course, the slightest little mistake on the wire will deprive me of my life, so in that sense, yes, it is a dangerous profession. You have to pay attention; if not, you will lose your life.

  

  Philippe Petit
  • Life
  • Attention
  • Mistake