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If you've never wept and want to, have a child.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having a child can evoke deep emotional experiences, including the potential for profound love and sorrow.
David Foster Wallace's quote suggests that parenthood is a profound emotional journey, filled with the capacity for tears and intense feelings. It implies that the experience of raising a child opens one up to the full spectrum of human emotions, bringing both joy and heartache, which can lead to personal growth and deeper connections.
Themes
ParenthoodEmotionsChildTearsLove
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the challenges and joys of parenthood.
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