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“I’ve always thought that each person invented himself… that we are each a figment of our own imagination. And some people have a greater ability to imagine than others.” quote by David Geffen
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“I’ve always thought that each person invented himself… that we are each a figment of our own imagination. And some people have a greater ability to imagine than others.”

David Geffen

About This Quote

The quote suggests identity is self‑constructed, shaped by imagination, and varies in creative capacity among individuals.

In simple terms: We create ourselves through imagination.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate your imagination.

Themes

identity imagination self‑creation

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • artistic endeavors
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

creative agency personal narrative

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you shape your own identity?
  • Can imagination be trained?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone has equal imaginative ability; external influences matter.

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