Encouraged Quote by Diane Setterfield
““But you know it was here? In this house?” Aurelius shoved his hands into the depths of his pockets. His shoulders tightened. “I wouldn’t expect other people to understand. I haven’t got any proof. But I do know.” He sent me a quick glance, and I encouraged him, with my eyes, to continue. “Sometimes you can know things. Things about yourself. Things from before you can remember. I can’t explain it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield, 2006
A character reflects on an intuitive, unprovable knowledge about a place and self, suggesting inner awareness can precede rational proof.
In simple terms: Intuition can reveal truths before evidence.
Key Takeaway
Trust your inner sense.
Themes
intuition
memory
self‑discovery
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- exploring family history
- creative writing
- therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
subjective knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate intuition from wishful thinking?
- When should you seek evidence?
A Different Perspective
Intuition may be unreliable without external verification.
