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“It's not hard to own something. Or everything. You just have to know that it's yours, and then be willing to let it go.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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“It's not hard to own something. Or everything. You just have to know that it's yours, and then be willing to let it go.”

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2014 interview with The Guardian

Recognizing ownership and then releasing it frees us from attachment.

In simple terms: Own it, then let it go.

Key Takeaway

Practice detachment.

Themes

ownership detachment freedom psychology spirituality

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • material possessions
  • career decisions
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

non-attachment self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you clinging to?
  • How could release improve your life?
A Different Perspective

Letting go may cause fear of loss.

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