I wanted to deal with light directly rather than with paint.
James TurrellRead
We're part of creating this world in which we live, but we're unaware of how we do that or even that we do that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We unknowingly influence the world around us through our thoughts and actions.
James Turrell's quote highlights the concept that our perceptions and actions play a significant role in shaping reality, often without our conscious awareness. It suggests that we are co-creators of our environment and experiences, though many of us remain oblivious to the impact we have on the world and the intricate connections we share with it.
Themes
CreationAwarenessInfluencePerceptionReality
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about mindfulness, this quote can be used to illustrate the unseen impacts of our daily choices.
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