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Care Quote by Edward Hirsch

“It's not important - it's not necessary that you read everything. What is necessary is that you care about things that you read and that you find something that really matters to you and you try and make something like that.” quote by Edward Hirsch
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“It's not important - it's not necessary that you read everything. What is necessary is that you care about things that you read and that you find something that really matters to you and you try and make something like that.”

Edward Hirsch

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2020

Reading everything isn’t essential; what matters is caring about and extracting meaning from what you choose to read.

In simple terms: Focus on meaningful reading, not quantity.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize depth over breadth.

Themes

reading meaning focus

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • academic study
  • personal growth
  • creative projects
  • research

Key Concepts

cognitive engagement personal relevance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What topics truly resonate with you?
  • How can you apply insights from your reading?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting breadth may limit exposure to diverse ideas.

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