I think being different, going against the grain of society is the greatest thing in the world.

Meaning of the quote

Elijah Wood, a famous American actor, believes that being unique and going against what most people think is the best thing you can do. He thinks it's great to not always follow the crowd and to be your own person, even if it means being different from others. Going your own way and not just doing what everyone else does can be the greatest thing.

About Elijah Wood

Elijah Wood is an American actor and producer best known for his role as Frodo Baggins in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy. He started his acting career as a child and has since appeared in a wide range of films, including Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore. Wood has also done voice work for animated films and TV shows.

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