“There is no story that is not true.”
What this quote means
Achebe asserts that every story, whether myth, legend, or personal narrative, carries a deep truth. Even if facts are inaccurate, the story reveals emotional, cultural, or spiritual realities. This invites us to listen to others' stories with respect, as they express their experience of the world, and to recognize that truth is not singular but multiple.
How to apply it daily
In a conversation, listen to a story that seems implausible. Look for the emotional or symbolic truth it contains, rather than dismissing it as false.
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