If we shake hands with icy fingers, it is because we have burnt them so horribly before

If we shake hands with icy fingers, it is because we have burnt them so horribly before

Logan Pearsall Smith, a renowned essayist and critic, was known for his sharp wit and keen observations on human nature. One of his most famous quotes, “If we shake hands with icy fingers, it is because we have burnt them so horribly before,” speaks to the idea that our past experiences shape our present behavior.