Lailah Gifty AkitaLet go of the pain. But never forget the past.
About This Quote
This quote, attributed to Liu Bang, was said to have been uttered by the first emperor of China. It is not entirely clear why it is interpreted as a reminder to never forget the pain of the past, but it is generally accepted that this is the case.
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