Quote by John Green

I don't care if the New York Times writes an obituary for me. I just want you to write one. ... You say you're not special because the world doesn't know about you, but that's an insult to me. I know about you.

I don't care if the New York Times writes an obituary for me

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their disregard for external recognition and instead seeks validation and acknowledgement from a specific person. They emphasize that being acknowledged by someone who knows and appreciates them personally holds more value than being recognized on a larger scale by the world. The quote challenges the notion that one's worth is determined solely by public fame or acknowledgment, emphasizing the importance of being known and appreciated bythose who are close to us.

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