It would not do if both of us became addled, and later woke up in doubt as to who was who. - Shimrod
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Two people worry about losing their identities.
- In plain terms
- We don't want to forget who we are.
- What can you take from it?
- Keep track of your identity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who are you?
- What defines identity?
Another view
Confusion can be temporary.
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