Quote by Jodi Picoult

I can see myself now, she said. And I can see what I want to be, ten years from now. But I don't understand how I'm going to get from here to there.

I can see myself now, she said. And I can see what I want to

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's awareness of their current self and a clear vision of their desired future self. However, they express confusion and uncertainty about the process or steps needed to transform from their present state to the envisioned one. It highlights the dilemma of knowing what one wants but lacking knowledge or clarity on how to achieve it, highlighting the challenges of personal growth and goal attainment.

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By Jodi Picoult

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