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“The ideal 'New Yorker' profile is a person, an interesting person, at a critical point in his life.” quote by Lawrence Wright
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“The ideal 'New Yorker' profile is a person, an interesting person, at a critical point in his life.”

Lawrence Wright

About This Quote

Source Book: The New Yorker Profile, 2005

A compelling New Yorker is someone at a pivotal life moment, making them interesting.

In simple terms: Interesting people are often at critical life junctures.

Key Takeaway

Seek moments of personal turning points.

Themes

identity interest life stages

Mood

analytical curious

Type

observational literary

When to use this quote

  • career changes
  • personal crises
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

psychology storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines an 'interesting' person for you?
  • When have you felt at a critical life point?
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May generalize the diverse experiences of New Yorkers.

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