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Christianity Quote by Karen Swallow Prior

“Besides, we were fifteen, and we couldn't get our feelings to match up with our brains. So we went with our feelings.” quote by Karen Swallow Prior
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““Besides, we were fifteen, and we couldn't get our feelings to match up with our brains. So we went with our feelings.””

Karen Swallow Prior

About This Quote

Youthful emotions often outpace rational thought, leading to decisions driven by feeling.

In simple terms: Feelings can dominate over logic in youth.

Key Takeaway

Trust intuition but balance with reason.

Themes

emotion youth decision making

Mood

thoughtful empathetic

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • adolescence
  • first love
  • career choices

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance intuition

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should feelings guide choices?
  • How to reconcile heart and mind?
A Different Perspective

May ignore practical considerations.

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