Subjective Quote by James Frey
“Everyone's memory is subjective. If in three weeks we were both interviewed about what went on here tonight, we would both probably have very, very different stories.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Writer's Journey, 2012
Memory is shaped by personal perspective, so recollections differ over time.
In simple terms: Memory is personal and changes.
Recognize differing viewpoints.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal testimony
- personal relationships
- historical accounts
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do personal biases affect recollection?
- Can we ever achieve an objective record?
Memories can be unreliable and biased.