Jump off. You are a protected individual. Do not fear.
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Our own physical body possesses a wisdom which we who inhabit the body lack. We give it orders which make no sense.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our bodies have an inherent wisdom that often surpasses our conscious understanding and control.
In this quote, Henry Miller emphasizes the idea that our physical bodies possess an innate intelligence or wisdom that we, as conscious beings, may not fully appreciate or understand. We often try to impose our own rational thoughts and commands on our bodies, yet they have their own ways of knowing and responding that can be more profound than our conscious directives.
Themes
WisdomBodyUnderstandingIntelligenceConsciousness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about holistic health practices.
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