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“I was told once by some country people that a magician should never tell his dreams because the telling will make them come true. But I say that is great nonsense.” quote by Susanna Clarke
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“I was told once by some country people that a magician should never tell his dreams because the telling will make them come true. But I say that is great nonsense.”

Susanna Clarke

About This Quote

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

The claim that speaking of dreams makes them real is dismissed as superstition.

In simple terms: Talking about dreams won’t cause them to happen.

Key Takeaway

Don’t fear sharing aspirations.

Themes

dreams superstition skepticism

Mood

reflective lighthearted

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal goals
  • creative projects
  • storytelling
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

magical realism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you keep dreams private?
  • Can sharing inspire action?
A Different Perspective

Dreams may still be influenced by subconscious focus.

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