Quote by David Levithan

You don't know me. You know one me, just like I know one you. And you can't know every me, and I can't know every you.

You don't know me. You know one me, just like I know one you

Summary

This quote emphasizes that understanding and knowing someone goes beyond superficial knowledge. It suggests that every person has different facets to their personality, and no one can truly know every aspect of someone else. It highlights the complexity of human beings, asserting that our individuality cannot be contained or fully comprehended by others. It serves as a reminder to appreciate the rich layers of a person's character that may be hidden from plain view.

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Life People You Know

By David Levithan

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