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Dream Quote by Lois Lowry

“And you know what, Thin Elderly? Sad parts are important. If I ever get to train a new young dreamgiver, that's one of the things I'll teach: that you must include the sad parts, because they are part of the story, and they have to be part of the dreams.” quote by Lois Lowry
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““And you know what, Thin Elderly? Sad parts are important. If I ever get to train a new young dreamgiver, that's one of the things I'll teach: that you must include the sad parts, because they are part of the story, and they have to be part of the dreams.””

Lois Lowry

About This Quote

Source Book: The Giver by Lois Lowry, 1993

Stories must include sorrow because it gives depth and truth to dreams and narratives.

In simple terms: Sadness gives depth to stories.

Key Takeaway

Include hardship to enrich narratives.

Themes

sadness storytelling dreams teaching

Mood

thoughtful instructive

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • creative writing
  • parenting
  • therapy
  • artistic projects

Key Concepts

emotional honesty narrative completeness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does sorrow shape your personal story?
  • When is it appropriate to omit pain?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on sadness can overwhelm.

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