Quote by Chris Ware

As I've gotten older I've occasionally found myself nostalgic for earlier periods of solitude, though I realize that's also likely a false nostalgia, as I know there was nothing I wanted more during those periods than to not be alone, whatever that means.

As I've gotten older I've occasionally found myself nostalgi

Summary

This quote reflects the contradictory nature of human emotions and desires. The speaker acknowledges feeling nostalgic for moments of solitude in the past, but recognizes that this longing might be misleading. In hindsight, they come to understand that during those periods, they actually yearned for companionship or something beyond being alone. It demonstrates the complexity of personal experiences and the tendency to romanticize the past, even if it's not an accurate representation of one's true desires and satisfaction.

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By Chris Ware

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