Quote by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

The heart's memory eliminates the bad and magnifies the good.

The heart's memory eliminates the bad and magnifies the good

Summary

This quote suggests that the heart has a selective memory, tending to forget negative experiences while exaggerating positive ones. It implies that emotions play a role in the way our memories are remembered and recalled. Our heart, symbolizing our emotional state, has the ability to block out painful or unpleasant memories and instead emphasize the positive moments. This could be seen as a coping mechanism, allowing us to focus on the good in order to find happiness and inner peace.

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Memory

By Gabriel Garcia Marquez

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