Quote by Helen Rowland

There are people whose watch stops at a certain hour and who remain permanently at that age.

There are people whose watch stops at a certain hour and who

Summary

This quote suggests that some individuals tend to fixate on a particular stage of their life, allowing it to define their identity and perpetually holding onto the mindset, values, and experiences associated with that time period. These people may resist personal growth or change, remaining stagnant and unable to adapt to new circumstances. It implies that they remain mentally stuck in the past, unwilling to embrace the evolution and development that life offers.

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By Helen Rowland

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