Quote by Jodi Picoult

If you didn't remember something happening, was it because it never had happened? Or because you wished it hadn't?

If you didn't remember something happening, was it because i

Summary

This quote suggests that forgetting something could stem from two possibilities: either the event never occurred, or the person intentionally chooses to deny its existence due to a desire to erase it from their memory. It highlights the subjective nature of memory and the potential for it to be influenced by personal biases or wishes. Ultimately, it hints at the complexity of human recollection and the factors that can shape our perceptions of past events.

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By Jodi Picoult

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