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“I think that's what people most always do with the stuff they can't make out - just forget it.” quote by Stephen King
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“I think that's what people most always do with the stuff they can't make out - just forget it.”

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Stand, 1978

People often suppress or forget things they cannot understand, choosing denial over confronting the unknown.

In simple terms: We forget what we can't grasp.

Key Takeaway

Face and explore the unknown.

Themes

denial knowledge fear psychology

Mood

introspective curious

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • self‑reflection
  • education
  • creative exploration

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you tend to forget?
  • How does avoidance affect growth?
A Different Perspective

Denial can protect mental health in some cases.

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