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"My friends never talk to me about my poetry because they're embarrassed that I write it or they're embarrassed by what I write about which are not such extraordinarily terrifying things, but they are the state of human existence"

- Peter Davison

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This quote by Peter Davison speaks to the problem of being susceptible and open with one's friends. It recommends that his pals are uneasy with his poetry due to the fact that it is a reflection of his innermost thoughts and sensations. He indicates that his poetry is not particularly shocking or questionable, but rather it is a reflection of the daily struggles of human presence. This quote talks to the trouble of being susceptible and open with one's buddies, and the worry of judgement that can feature it. It likewise speaks with the importance of having pals who are willing to listen and support us, even when we are talking about difficult subjects. Ultimately, this quote acts as a tip that we should make every effort to be open and honest with our friends, even if it can be challenging.

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Peter Davison This quote is written / told by Peter Davison somewhere between April 13, 1951 and today. He was a famous Actor from United Kingdom. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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