Quote by Jerome Bruner, Making Stories: L

Telling others about oneself is...no simple matter. It depends on what we think they think we ought to be like

Telling others about oneself is...no simple matter. It depen

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This quote conveys the complexities and challenges of self-expression when it comes to sharing personal information with others. It acknowledges the influence that other people's opinions and expectations have on how we present ourselves. The quote implies that rather than expressing who we truly are, we tend to shape our narratives based on what we believe others want or expect us to be. It underscores the difficulty in balancing authenticity with the desire for acceptance and societal norms in our interactions with others.

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By Jerome Bruner, Making Stories: L

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