Maggie NelsonSometimes one has to know something many times over. Sometimes one forgets, and then remembers. And then forgets, and then remembers. And then forgets again.
About This Quote
The definition of knowledge may be open to interpretation, but the story behind this quote is clear. When you are trying to learn something, you can focus on the subject, or you can let it come back to you. You can give it your full attention, or you can let it fade away. You can try to remember every detail, or you can let it slip away.
Source: The Argonauts
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