Go through the motions, Adam." "What motions?" "Act out being alive, like a play. And after a while, a long while, it will be true.

Go through the motions, Adam." "What motions?" "Act out being alive, like a play. And after a while, a long while, it will be true.

๐Ÿ“– John Steinbeck

๐ŸŒ American  |  ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Author

๐ŸŽ‚ February 27, 1902  โ€“  โšฐ๏ธ December 20, 1968
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In John Steinbeck's "East of Eden," the character advises Adam to "go through the motions" of living, suggesting that if he pretends to be alive and engaged in life, he will eventually find genuine vitality. This reflects the idea that sometimes, simply acting as if one is fully participating in life can lead to authentic experiences and feelings over time. It emphasizes the power of behavior in shaping one's reality and...

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