Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer

I'm sorry for my inability to let unimportant things go, for my inability to hold on to the important things.

I'm sorry for my inability to let unimportant things go, for

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This quote expresses remorse for being unable to prioritize or let go of things appropriately. The individual is acknowledging their tendencies to get caught up in insignificant matters, while simultaneously admitting their struggle to hold onto what truly matters in life. It highlights a personal shortcoming of not properly valuing and investing their attention and efforts on what is truly important.

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