I want to be there for all those who are left behind in this world, whether it's because they are born poor, born a woman, or born in an area affected by devastation.
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When you face up to bad things in the past, the most important thing is not to allow them to happen today or in the future, and as storytellers, we must play our part in that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Acknowledge past difficulties but focus on preventing their recurrence in the present and future.
This quote emphasizes the importance of confronting past challenges and not letting them dictate our current or future experiences. As storytellers, we have a responsibility to weave narratives that inspire resilience and positive change, ensuring that the lessons learned from the past are not repeated.
Themes
PastFutureStorytellersResilienceChange
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to youth, one might say, 'When you face up to bad things in the past, remember it's your choice to shape your future.'
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