As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.
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If I'm honest I have to tell you I still read fairy-tales and I like them best of all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a fondness for fairy-tales, suggesting that there is value and joy in imagination and storytelling.
Audrey Hepburn's quote reflects a deep appreciation for the simplicity and joy found in fairy-tales, which often convey timeless truths and evoke nostalgia. By admitting her love for these stories, Hepburn highlights the significance of imagination and the comfort that comes from embracing the fantastical, suggesting that such stories offer wisdom and solace regardless of age.
Themes
Fairy-TalesImaginationStorytellingJoyNostalgia
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of creativity, I might say, 'If I'm honest, I have to tell you I still read fairy-tales and I like them best of all.'
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