It will take her years to understand the things she's said tonight.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stein suggests the person will need time to fully grasp the implications or meaning of what they just said.
- In plain terms
- She will need years to understand what she just said.
- What can you take from it?
- Understanding your own words can take time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you understand your words right away?
- Is reflection necessary?
Another view
Sometimes people understand immediately or never.
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