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“I love going to plays. There's a subconscious side to it, obviously-some people like to be spanked for XYZ psychological reasons, and I like to go to plays, and I can't entirely explain why.” quote by Wallace Shawn
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“I love going to plays. There's a subconscious side to it, obviously-some people like to be spanked for XYZ psychological reasons, and I like to go to plays, and I can't entirely explain why.”

Wallace Shawn

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015

The speaker enjoys theater for its subconscious appeal, acknowledging personal psychological motivations that are hard to articulate.

In simple terms: Plays have a hidden psychological draw for the speaker.

Key Takeaway

Explore personal motivations for theater attendance.

Themes

psychology theatre self-awareness motivation subconscious

Mood

introspective thoughtful

Type

reflective philosophical

When to use this quote

  • theatre outings
  • self-reflection sessions
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

personal insight artistic experience emotional resonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What subconscious needs does theater fulfill for you?
  • How does this influence your choice of plays?
A Different Perspective

Personal reasons may be complex and not fully understood.

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