Quote by Peter Guber

My mom used to tell me stories at night, read books to me - and I read 'em over and over and over again. And you know what I learned from that? I went back and looked at everything - Why do I like reading the same stories over and over and over again? What, was I some kind of nincompoop? No - the narrative gave me connection with my mom.

My mom used to tell me stories at night, read books to me -

Summary

This quote highlights the significance of the repetitive nature of stories and the role they play in fostering emotional connection. The speaker's insistence on revisiting familiar stories indicates a deeper relationship with the narrative beyond simple enjoyment. Through this repetition, they were able to glean insight into the reasons behind their attachment. Rather than being perceived as foolish for reading the same stories repeatedly, the speaker acknowledges that it was the connection they experienced with their mother through these stories that made them so compelling. This quote reflects how storytelling can create meaningful bonds and evoke cherished memories.

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