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.
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I believe if there's any kind of God it wouldn't be in any of us, not you or me but just this little space in between. If there's any kind of magic in this world it must be in the attempt of understanding someone sharing something. I know, it's almost impossible to succeed but who cares really? The answer must be in the attempt.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of connection and understanding between people, suggesting that true magic lies in the effort to share and comprehend one another.
Richard Linklater's quote explores the idea that if a divine presence exists, it is not found within individuals, but rather in the moments of connection and understanding that occur between them. He acknowledges the difficulty of achieving true understanding but suggests that the value lies in the effort itself, highlighting that the journey of seeking connection is what gives meaning to our interactions.
Themes
ConnectionUnderstandingEffortMagicInteraction
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of empathy in relationships.
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