Quote by Edna Ferber

Living the past is a dull and lonely business looking back strains the neck muscles, causing you to bump into people not going your way.

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Summary

This quote suggests that dwelling on the past can be unfulfilling and isolating. It portrays the idea that constantly revisiting and holding onto past experiences restricts one's ability to move forward and interact with those who are moving in a different direction. The metaphor of straining one's neck muscles emphasizes the discomfort and effort involved in continuously looking back. It urges individuals to let go of the past and focus on the present and future, in order to avoid collisions and better connect with people on a similar path.

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