Quote by Don Barthelme

The distinction between children and adults, while probably useful for some purposes, is at bottom a specious one, I feel. There are only individual egos, crazy for love.

The distinction between children and adults, while probably

Summary

This quote challenges the concept of categorizing individuals simply as children or adults, arguing that such a distinction is ultimately misleading. The speaker suggests that the underlying truth is that all individuals are essentially motivated by their individual egos, which seek love and connection. By dismissing the traditional division between children and adults, the quote emphasizes the universal human desire for love, implying that age does not determine one's longing for emotional fulfillment and meaningful relationships.

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Maturity

By Don Barthelme

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