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“You and me will read a book and find three interesting things that we remember. But Colin finds everything intriguing. He reads a book about presidents and he remembers more of it because everything he reads clicks in his head as fugging interesting.” quote by John Green
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“You and me will read a book and find three interesting things that we remember. But Colin finds everything intriguing. He reads a book about presidents and he remembers more of it because everything he reads clicks in his head as fugging interesting.”

John Green

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Fault in Our Stars author tour, 2014

It describes how some people retain information effortlessly because everything they encounter feels interesting and meaningful.

In simple terms: Interest makes learning easier.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate curiosity to improve memory.

Themes

learning curiosity memory

Mood

inquisitive optimistic

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • studying
  • reading
  • research
  • personal development

Key Concepts

cognitive engagement interest information retention

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes something click for you?
  • How can you make mundane topics engaging?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone finds everything interesting; effort still matters.

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