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Memory Quote by Kathleen Glasgow

“It's all right if you can't remember. Our subconscious is spectacularly agile. Sometimes it knows when to take us away, as a kind of protection.” quote by Kathleen Glasgow
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““It's all right if you can't remember. Our subconscious is spectacularly agile. Sometimes it knows when to take us away, as a kind of protection.””

Kathleen Glasgow

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast “The Creative Process”, 2020

Our subconscious can protect us by guiding us away from harmful memories or thoughts, acting like an internal guardian.

In simple terms: The mind can shield us by shifting focus.

Key Takeaway

Trust your inner instincts.

Themes

self‑protection intuition mental agility

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice psychological

When to use this quote

  • stressful memories
  • creative blocks
  • emotional overload
  • decision making

Key Concepts

subconscious psychological defense cognitive flexibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize when your mind is protecting you?
  • When is it better to face the memory?
A Different Perspective

May cause avoidance of necessary confronting of issues.

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