Quote by Diana Wynne Jones

I mean one of the things about being alone is that you've no people to define yourself off, I mean, people are like all-round mirrors, because let's face it, we don't often see ourselves all round in a mirror anyway, do we.

I mean one of the things about being alone is that you've no

Summary

This quote suggests that being alone allows a person to define themselves without the influence or judgment of others. The speaker implies that people serve as mirrors, reflecting back aspects of ourselves, but not providing a complete view. By emphasizing the limitations of mirrors, the quote suggests that in solitude, we can develop a more authentic and comprehensive understanding of ourselves since we are not dependent on the perceptions and expectations of others.

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Alone

By Diana Wynne Jones

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