We laughed and kept saying "see you soon", but inside we both knew we'd never see each other again.
fromLa Leggenda del Pianista sull'Oceano in 1998
We are often told to "put on a brave face” or to be strong. To do this, we often have to hide, or at least minimize, whatever fears, flaws, and vulnerabilities we possess. However, such an emphasis on strength is misguided. What truly takes courage is to show our imperfections, not to show our strengths, because it is only when we are able to show vulnerability - or the capacity to be hurt - that we are genuinely able to connect with other people.
fromEssay prompts of SAT administration in Jan. 2015
