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“Maybe we forget so that we can go on.” quote by John Green
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““Maybe we forget so that we can go on.””

John Green

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Fault in Our Stars, 2012

Forgetting can be a coping mechanism that allows us to continue living despite pain.

In simple terms: We sometimes forget to keep moving forward.

Key Takeaway

Accept loss and keep living.

Themes

grief memory resilience coping healing

Mood

melancholic hopeful reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • writing
  • support groups

Key Concepts

psychology memory suppression growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you choose to remember or forget?
  • How does forgetting help or hurt you?
A Different Perspective

Forgetting may hinder learning from past.

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