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Believe Quote by David Levithan

“I couldn't fault her for believing, because I had to imagine i was nice to have that illusion still intact.” quote by David Levithan
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“I couldn't fault her for believing, because I had to imagine i was nice to have that illusion still intact.”

David Levithan

About This Quote

Source Novel: Every Day, 2012

He suggests that believing in an illusion can be comforting, even if it's knowingly false.

In simple terms: Illusions can be comforting despite being false.

Key Takeaway

Accept comforting falsehoods when they help.

Themes

psychology illusion comfort

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal coping
  • creative writing
  • therapy
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance self‑deception

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it okay to keep an illusion?
  • What are the risks of clinging to comforting lies?
A Different Perspective

Relying on false beliefs may hinder growth.

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