By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Filmmaker Charlie Kaufman wrote this dialogue for his profoundly meta 2002 film "Adaptation," in which he inserts himself as the protagonist (played by Nicolas Cage), struggling to write the very movie he’s in. These words are spoken by his fictional twin brother and uninhibited foil, Donald, at a point in the film when all the clichés Kaufman railed against employing — such as characters learning life lessons — have come crashing in. But this uplifting message transcends its ironic context. It cautions us not to depend on external sources to determine how we feel about ourselves, but to accept and appreciate our own feelings as worthy on their own.
The Most Romantic Song Lyrics Ever Written
The Best Quotes To Use in Wedding Toasts, Cards, and Vows
20 Surprisingly Insightful Quotes From Children’s Movies
The Best Quotes From ‘Steel Magnolias’
13 Hilariously Relatable Quotes From ‘Garfield’
13 Funny Quotes About New Year’s Resolutions
The Best Advice From Brené Brown
16 Enduring Quotes About Everlasting Love
15 Quotes To Send To Long-Distance Friends
Quotes for Anyone Who Struggles With Patience
19 Quotes To Keep You Hopeful