Quote by Jeanette Winterson

The continuous narrative of existence is a lie. There is no continuous narrative, there are lit-up moments, and the rest is dark.

The continuous narrative of existence is a lie. There is no

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This quote suggests that the idea of a continuous narrative in life is untrue. Instead, it argues that life is composed of brief moments of clarity or significance, surrounded by periods of darkness or insignificance. It emphasizes that these illuminated moments are the only ones worth remembering or giving meaning to, while the rest remains unremarkable. Thus, the quote challenges the notion of a coherent and continuous storyline in life, suggesting that it is only the standout moments that truly matter.

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