“I've read a lot of books on the laws of attraction, and in my home, I have a big book on Muhammad Ali, which I've read because he is, like, a hero of mine, but other than that, no, I'm not a big reader.”

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This reads as a self-aware shrug about how a person can admire discipline and success without being a general reader. It points to selective attention, to taking inspiration from one figure while admitting limits elsewhere. It lands in a conversation about habits, when someone wants to sound honest rather than polished.

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About Conor McGregor

Irish professional mixed martial artist

Conor McGregor is an Irish professional mixed martial artist. He is known for his career in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and for becoming the first fighter to hold UFC titles in two weight classes at the same time. He was also a simultaneous Cage Warriors Fighting Championship featherweight and lightweight champion. His public profile is built on his achievements in combat sports and the sharp, declarative style that has made him widely quoted.

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