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I suppose the other thing too many forget is that we were…

“I suppose the other thing too many forget is that we were all stories once, each and every one of us. And we remain stories. But too often we allow those stories to grow banal, or cruel or unconnected to each other.We allow the stories to continue, but they no longer have a heart. They no longer…” quote by Charles de Lint
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“I suppose the other thing too many forget is that we were all stories once, each and every one of us. And we remain stories. But too often we allow those stories to grow banal, or cruel or unconnected to each other.We allow the stories to continue, but they no longer have a heart. They no longer sustain us.”

Charles de Lint

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

We are all stories; neglecting the heart of our narratives makes them bland, cruel, or disconnected.

In simple terms: Our lives are narratives needing heart.

Key Takeaway

Nurture meaningful personal narratives.

Themes

storytelling identity meaning

Mood

reflective inspiring

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • therapy
  • community building

Key Concepts

narrative identity emotional depth human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What story defines your core self?
  • How can you revive the heart of your personal narrative?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring story depth can lead to disengagement.

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