[Earl, on liking someone] Because, honestly, the rational part of me know for a rock-solid fact that I would never, ever get with Madison Hartner. But that was just the rational part of me. There's always a stupid irrational part of you, too, and you can't get rid of it. You can never completely kill off that tiny absurd spark of hope that this girl-against all odds, although she could date any guy at school, not to mention guys at college, and even though you look like the Oatmeal Monster and are a compulsive eater and suffer from constant congestion and say so many stupid things per day that it seems like a Stupid Things company is paying you to do it- this girl might like you. .Jesse Andrews
About This Quote
"The rational part of me know for a rock-solid fact that I would never, ever get with Madison Hartner." This quote brings up the idea of the "rational" and "irrational" parts of us all. While both parts can be quite annoying at times, they do serve a purpose. We need the rational side to stay positive and keep our heads above water. Without it, we would be no better than zombies, robots or some other form of machine.
On the other hand, there is also the irrational part of each one of us which can be quite annoying. It can spring forth at times when you aren't expecting it and it is often difficult to control. However, there is nothing wrong with having an irrational part of our selves. It just means that we are human and that we are only human.
We need both sides to grow up and reach our full potential as people. If we only had one or were entirely rational all the time, we wouldn't be able to experience new things or learn different lessons about life. The best way to deal with both sides is to expect them both to act up at times but try not to take them too seriously.
Accept that they will be present in your life but don't let them control you or your actions.
Source: Me And Earl And The Dying Girl
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