Quote by George Saunders

My habit would have been to veer towards the dark - to prove I was something edgy, or maybe to prove that I was cognisant of the dark side. Now, with age and confidence, I can say, yeah, that's true, but I am cognisant of the fact that people can do things well. And can be more loving than you expect.

My habit would have been to veer towards the dark - to prove

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This quote reflects a personal evolution from a tendency to embrace the dark or edgy aspects of life to a newfound understanding and appreciation for people's capacity for doing things well and displaying unexpected love. With maturity and confidence, the speaker acknowledges their previous inclination towards darkness, possibly as a means of proving oneself or displaying awareness. However, as they have grown older, they have come to recognize that people are capable of excellence and displaying more love than one might anticipate.

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