The last thing in my head was a relationship, a girlfriend, anything. I remember the first few days hanging out with Vanessa; in the front of my brain I'm thinking, No way. A real guy thing, you know? No fucking way, man. But somewhere in the back is the real truth, and you know you're fucked. It was practically like I'd said 'Never' - and boom. You know? Boom. (2003)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Depp describes resisting a relationship until he realized he was already committed emotionally.
- In plain terms
- He tried to deny a connection until he admitted the truth to himself.
- What can you take from it?
- Denial often fails before your honest emotions catch up.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you denying?
- When did you know the truth?
Another view
Sometimes resistance protects against unhealthy connections.
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