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Relationship Quote by Brandon Sanderson

“I’m not good with relationships, Shallan.” “Is there anyone who actually is? I mean, is there really someone out there who looks at relationships and thinks, ‘You know what, I’ve got this’? Personally, I rather think we’re all collectively idiots about it.” quote by Brandon Sanderson
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““I’m not good with relationships, Shallan.” “Is there anyone who actually is? I mean, is there really someone out there who looks at relationships and thinks, ‘You know what, I’ve got this’? Personally, I rather think we’re all collectively idiots about it.””

Brandon Sanderson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Stormlight Archive, 2010

People often feel incompetent in relationships, but everyone shares collective confusion.

In simple terms: Relationships are universally confusing.

Key Takeaway

Accept imperfection and learn together.

Themes

relationships vulnerability humanity

Mood

empathetic hopeful

Type

conversational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • romantic partnership
  • teamwork

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you learn from others' successes?
  • How can you support each other's growth?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone is equally clueless; some excel.

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