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It is a childish realization, I admit—no one worth knowing…

“It is a childish realization, I admit—no one worth knowing can be quite known, no one worth possessing can be quite possessed—but after all, we were children.” quote by William Landay
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““It is a childish realization, I admit—no one worth knowing can be quite known, no one worth possessing can be quite possessed—but after all, we were children.””

William Landay

About This Quote

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

People cannot be fully known or owned; we remain children at heart.

In simple terms: No one is completely knowable or possessable.

Key Takeaway

Accept mystery in relationships.

Themes

identity relationships human nature

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • romantic partnership
  • parenting
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology literary theme

Questions to Reflect On

  • What parts of yourself do you keep hidden?
  • How does embracing childlike wonder affect connections?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook deep intimacy that can develop.

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