Heart Quote by Kathleen Shoop
““But, at that point, all Jeanie had was the will to construct a new life, even if that meant forcing intangible aspects of it into being, hoping that the act of pretending might bring forth reality.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown title, author Kathleen Shoop, date unknown
A character uses deliberate imagination and willpower to shape a future, believing that pretending can manifest reality.
In simple terms: Willful imagination may shape life.
Key Takeaway
Use purposeful imagination to create desired outcomes.
Themes
hope
life
creation
identity
pretend
Mood
determined
reflective
hopeful
Type
Heart:1
Hoping:1
Life:1
New life:1
Pretending:1
Act Pretending:0
Jeanie Construct:0
Hoping Act:0
When to use this quote
- personal transformation
- creative problem solving
- narrative therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
willpower
constructivism
fictional narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How does intentional imagination influence real change?
- When might pretending become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective
Pretending may blur reality and hinder authentic action.
