Quote by Blake Morrison

The selective memory isn't selective enough.

The selective memory isn't selective enough.

Summary

This quote suggests that people's ability to remember certain things is flawed and inconsistent. Although we are capable of selectively remembering certain aspects or events, this quote argues that our selective memory is not efficient enough. It implies that we still remember certain things we would rather forget, indicating that our ability to filter out specific memories or experiences is not as effective as we might desire. This statement highlights the limitations and shortcomings of our memory and its selectivity.

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Memory

By Blake Morrison

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