Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

I should allow only my heart to have imagination; and for the rest rely on memory, that long drawn sunset of one's personal truth.

I should allow only my heart to have imagination; and for th

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This quote suggests that one should trust their heart to guide their imagination, while relying on their memory to uphold their personal truth. It emphasizes the belief that imagination stems from emotions and allows for limitless possibilities, while memory holds the foundation of one's own experiences and perceptions. By finding a balance between imagination and memory, one can navigate through life authentically and stay true to their individual truth and values.

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