If you’re 35 and single and it’s a choice, it feels fine. So I didn’t settle with the wrong person yet. Big deal!
Drew BarrymoreRead
I don't think that life happens by sitting back and waiting. People hold their cards so tight to their chest. Life is short. Tell people you love them. What's the worst that's going to happen?
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life requires proactive engagement and open communication of feelings.
Drew Barrymore emphasizes the importance of not passively waiting for life to unfold but rather taking action and expressing love to those around us. She suggests that life is fleeting, and openly sharing our feelings can strengthen our connections and enrich our experience, rather than fearing potential rejection or discomfort.
Themes
LifeLoveCommunicationActionExpress
In practice
Example use cases
A friend is going through a tough time, and you want to encourage them to be open about their feelings.
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