"Since forgetting is usually thought of in relation to the unpleasant, it is generally conceived of as a wild force that stifles.”
I really have no idea why this sentence popped out to me, but I want to talk about it. It was in the Either/Or section. Forgetting in relation to the unpleasant… People forget things from doing certain chores (like taking out the trash, ew) to repressing a memory from a certain tragedy that struck close, (ie. Death in the family, close friend). It is not something you can tame or use to your advantage, it just happens. I mean, I didn’t mean to forget to take out the trash. (no, really!)
Anyway, I get this statement. I don't know about you guys, but I get it.
p.s. I commented on Justins..
p.s. I commented on Justins..
I get it too. Honestly there are entire portions of my life that I couldn't even remember if I tried. I only know bits and pieces about my life from 3rd grade until 6th grade, and they're what I've heard from my family. Forgetfulness is one of the strongest defensive mechanisms our brains have, and it's nearly impossible to overcome.
ReplyDeleteHahaha I like this statement. It was one of those sentences that kind of blurred while my head was drooping lol. Thanks for bringing this point out. Sometimes (especially with my memory) I honestly do forget things I don't want to do. Like write papers or assignments from class, then as I'm crawling in bed, the merciful Lord reminds my poor wild brain about it.
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