Its easier to forget a thing without a name. I've learned to guard my affections.' 'I know, you've never asked mine.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Naming a thing makes it memorable, so avoiding names helps guard affections.
- In plain terms
- It is easier to forget things that do not have names.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid naming things to keep emotional distance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does naming increase attachment?
- Is forgetting a good defense?
Another view
Ignoring names does not stop deep emotional connections.
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