Quote by Donald Davis

I discovered that in a story I could safely dream any dream, hope any hope, go anywhere I pleased any time I pleased, fight any foe, win or lose, live or die. My stories created a safe experimental learning place.

I discovered that in a story I could safely dream any dream,

Summary

This quote suggests that storytelling provides a powerful and liberating escape from reality. Through the creation of tales, the author realized they could freely envision their dreams, hopes, travel anywhere, and confront any challenge without limitations. Moreover, stories offer a safe haven for exploration and experimentation, fostering personal growth through imaginative experiences. It emphasizes the transformative and educational potential of stories as a means of navigating and understanding the world in a secure and unrestricted manner.

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