Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
Jodi PicoultRead
I'm not going to tell a person how to think, don't believe in that. What I want to do, when I write these books, is just to say don't be so sure of yourself. Let me pull the carpet out from underneath you, and let's see if you can still find the footing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of questioning one's beliefs and assumptions.
In this quote, Jodi Picoult expresses her desire not to dictate how people should think, but rather to challenge their existing beliefs. By encouraging uncertainty, she aims to help individuals discover resilience and adaptability in their thinking, suggesting that questioning one's confidence can lead to deeper understanding and growth.
Themes
Self-DoubtQuestioningBeliefsResilienceGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about personal growth.
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