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We construct a narrative for ourselves, and thats the thread that we follow from one day to the next.
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"We construct a narrative for ourselves, and that's the thread that we follow from one day to the next. People who disintegrate as personalities are the ones who lose that thread"

- Paul Auster

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This quote by Paul Auster speaks with the significance of having a story in our lives. It suggests that having a narrative, or a story, that we can follow from one day to the next is important for our psychological health and wellness. Without this narrative, we can end up being lost and our personalities can break down. This quote motivates us to develop a narrative for ourselves, to offer our lives function and direction. It is a tip that having a sense of function and instructions is necessary for our mental health and wellbeing. It is also a pointer that we need to put in the time to review our lives and create a narrative that we can follow. By doing this, we can guarantee that we stay on track which our personalities stay undamaged.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Paul Auster somewhere between February 3, 1947 and today. He/she was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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