Quote by Barbara Corcoran

My greatest strength as a child, I realize now, was my imagination. While every other kid was reading and writing, I had seven whole hours a day to practice my imagination. When do you get that space in your life, ever?

My greatest strength as a child, I realize now, was my imagi

Summary

This quote highlights the author's realization that their greatest asset during their childhood was their imagination. Instead of focusing on academic tasks like reading and writing, the author had ample time everyday to exercise their creative thinking. The quote questions when, as adults, one can find such freedom to explore imaginative possibilities. It suggests that the demands of adulthood often limit the opportunities to fully delve into imagination, emphasizing the importance of cherishing and nurturing this valuable trait from childhood.

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By Barbara Corcoran

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