Plots are artificial. Does your life have a plot? It has characters. There is a narrative. There's a lot of story, a lot of character. But plot? Eh, no.
Richard LinklaterRead
I always think that I’m still this 13-year old boy that doesn’t really know how to be an adult, pretending to live my life, taking notes for when I’ll really have to do it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the idea of constantly learning and feeling unprepared for adulthood.
Richard Linklater expresses a deep introspection about the transition into adulthood, suggesting that he feels like an eternal child observing life rather than fully engaging with it. This perspective can resonate with many who feel the weight of expectations in adult life while still holding onto their youthful curiosity and uncertainty.
Themes
AdulthoodYouthLearningIdentityLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing life experiences, this quote can illustrate the importance of learning throughout life.
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