Believing Quote by Scott Spencer
““Like you and me," said Jade. "How we used to be." "What do you mean? Crazy?" "Living on our own world. Believing what we felt was separate from everything else. We couldn't do anything except be together and nothing else was real." "That's right." "Well, that's crazy. And you just said it was, even you." "No, " I said, "not when we both believe it. Crazy people are alone and no one understands what they mean. But that's not our way. We both know and it makes complete sense. It's not when you make it true by living it. And other people believe it, too, remember. Believe it about us. Everyone who knows us, sees us together. We have that effect.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt, 2013
The quote explores how shared belief creates a reality that feels true only to those involved, emphasizing intimacy and mutual perception as a source of meaning.
In simple terms: Shared belief shapes personal reality.
Key Takeaway
Value mutual understanding.
Themes
relationships
perception
reality
belief
intimacy
Mood
reflective
intimate
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
conversational
When to use this quote
- close friendships
- creative collaborations
- supportive communities
- shared artistic projects
Key Concepts
subjectivity
shared narrative
existential meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- How does shared belief affect truth?
- When does intimacy limit broader perspective?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook objective facts and can become insular.
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