Only the dead remember the truth.

Courtney M. Privett
About This Quote

When a person dies, the truth of what they did in life is no longer remembered. The events that caused them to live and die are forgotten and nothing changes. However, when a person is alive, they can still learn from their mistakes and continue to grow. The truth of what they did deserves to be remembered so that they can become better people in the future. This quote is about facing your mistakes and working towards becoming a better person.

Source: Mayfly Requiem

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