I love manikins. I want to bring them to life. I give mine names. I feel as if I know them. I'll often talk to them in my living room. ~Rolling Stone 1983
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker finds companionship and life in inanimate objects, indicating a unique way of connecting with the world.
- In plain terms
- I talk to dolls and give them names like real friends.
- What can you take from it?
- Connection can exist even with inanimate things.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you find comfort?
- How do you connect with the world?
Another view
This behavior might not resonate with everyone.
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