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About this quote

What does it mean?
A desperate plea for inclusion in someone else's journey.
In plain terms
The speaker wants to be taken along on an adventure.
What can you take from it?
Being left behind feels like a betrayal.

Where it applies

  • departures
  • separations
  • travels

Putting it to work

  • communicate needs
  • support others
  • set boundaries

Questions to consider

  • Have you ever begged to go somewhere with someone?
  • Why do we fear being left behind?

Another view

Sometimes leaving is necessary for growth.

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