Quote by John Green

I mean, he was something that happened to me, you know? But before he was this minor figure in the drama of my life he was - you know, the central figure in the drama of his own life.

I mean, he was something that happened to me, you know? But

Summary

This quote emphasizes the perspective of the speaker regarding a person they used to know. The speaker acknowledges that while this person had a significant impact on their own life, they also acknowledge that this person had their own storyline and significance beyond their interactions. It highlights the realization that people have individual narratives and experiences, and that each person is the central character in their own life, despite their role in others' stories.

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Life Death Central Figure Drama Minor Figure

By John Green

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