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Listen, real poetry doesnt say anything it just ticks off the possibilities. Opens all doors. You can walk through anyon
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"Listen, real poetry doesn't say anything; it just ticks off the possibilities. Opens all doors. You can walk through anyone that suits you"

- Jim Morrison

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This quote by Jim Morrison speaks with the power of poetry. He recommends that poetry does not always have to say anything, however instead it can open possibilities and enable the reader to check out various paths. He suggests that poetry can be a kind of expedition, allowing the reader to check out various ideas and point of views. By opening all doors, poetry can provide an area for the reader to explore and discover originalities and point of views. Morrison recommends that poetry can be a kind of self-discovery, permitting the reader to check out different paths and find the one that suits them finest. He suggests that poetry can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and expedition, permitting the reader to explore various possibilities and find the one that best fits them.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jim Morrison between December 8, 1943 and July 3, 1971. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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