Remember Quote by Cody Edward Lee Miller
““If it’s not truth, Don’t remember it, Don’t write it down, Don’t say it.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Poetry Magazine, 2020
Truth is privileged; forgetting or ignoring falsehoods protects integrity.
In simple terms: Only truth deserves memory and expression.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize truth in writing and speech.
Themes
integrity
truth
memory
discipline
Mood
serious
introspective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- creative writing
- personal journaling
- education
Key Concepts
epistemology
ethical writing
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to omit truth?
- How does selective memory shape identity?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes truth is harmful; discretion may be kinder.
