Art begins when a man, with a purpose of communicating to other people a feeling he once experienced, calls it up again within himself and expresses it by certain external signs.
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The question of how things will settle down is the only important question.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the significance of understanding the resolution of conflicts and situations over the initial turbulence they cause.
Leo Tolstoy highlights that amidst chaos and uncertainty, what truly matters is the eventual outcome and how things will stabilize. The emphasis is placed on the resolution rather than the turmoil, suggesting that our focus should be on seeking clarity and understanding in a world filled with complexity.
Themes
ResolutionOutcomeChaosUnderstandingImportance
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, when discussing project challenges, one might use this quote to emphasize focusing on solutions.
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