“I almost had a psychic girlfriend but she left me before we met”
— Steven Wright
Simplified Meaning:
The quote uses humor to describe an impossible situation to highlight a fun idea. Think about a relationship where two people never actually got together but one of them already knew it wouldn't work out. If someone could see the future, they might decide not to start a relationship because they can predict any problems that would happen. Imagine you’re planning to go on a trip with a friend, but they cancel because they already know the car will break down before you leave. It’s like saying the relationship ended before it started because of special knowledge about the future. The humor comes from the impossibility of someone leaving before even knowing you. This teaches us not to worry too much about what might happen. Instead, we should focus on experiencing things as they come. It’s a reminder not to let fear of the unknown stop us from making connections or trying new things. Don’t let imagined problems keep you from enjoying the present moment.