We imagined we knew everything the other thought, even when we did not necessarily want to know it, but in fact, I have come to see, we knew not the smallest fraction of what there was to know.

About This Quote

The thing I like most about this quote is that it speaks to the importance of connecting with other people. We are all capable of getting answers to our questions, but learning anything without the help of others is just not possible. When we connect with others, we can learn so much more. As you read this quote, I want you to ask yourself the following questions: 1.

Do you think that you know everything about another person? 2. How have you found out about another person’s thoughts, feelings, and secrets? 3. What have you heard from another person? 4.

How have you seen another person change over time? 5. How have other people helped you in your life?

Source: The Year Of Magical Thinking

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