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I hate cameras. They are so much more sure than I am about everything
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"I hate cameras. They are so much more sure than I am about everything"

- John Steinbeck

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John Steinbeck's quote talks to the feeling of insecurity and unpredictability that a number of us experience in life. He reveals his dislike of cameras due to the fact that they appear to have a sense of certainty and self-confidence that he does not possess. He is jealous of the video camera's ability to catch minutes in time and to document the world around us with such clarity and precision. He feels that cameras are more sure of themselves than he is of himself, and this makes him feel inadequate. His quote is a tip that we all have minutes of insecurity and doubt, and that it is all right to feel this way. It is necessary to bear in mind that all of us have our own distinct strengths and abilities, and that we need to strive to be positive in ourselves and our decisions.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Steinbeck between February 27, 1902 and December 20, 1968. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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