Quote by John Irving

Your memory is a monster; you forget - it doesn't. It simply files things away. It keeps things for you, or hides things from you - and summons them to your recall with a will of its own. You think you have a memory; but it has you!

Your memory is a monster; you forget - it doesn't. It simply

Summary

This quote emphasizes the powerful and somewhat unpredictable nature of memory. It suggests that our memory is like a monster, constantly working in the background. It highlights how our memory is not under our complete control, as it can selectively remember or forget certain things. The quote also implies that our memory has a certain autonomy, as it can bring forth memories according to its own whims, without our conscious intention. Overall, it suggests that our memory holds significant influence over our thoughts and experiences, shaping our perception of past events and impacting our present lives.

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