The writer is the person who stands outside society, independent of affiliation and independent of influence.
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What we are reluctant to touch often seems the very fabric of our salvation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that the things we hesitate to confront or engage with may actually hold the key to our redemption or growth.
Don Delillo's quote highlights the idea that our reluctance to face certain challenges or truths may be the very source of our salvation or personal evolution. Often, what we avoid tackling can be pivotal in our journey toward understanding ourselves and the world around us. Embracing these uncomfortable aspects can lead to profound transformation and insight.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal growth, one might say, 'Remember, what we are reluctant to touch often seems the very fabric of our salvation.'
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