If our principal treasure be as we profess, in things spiritual and heavenly, and woe unto us if it be not so! on them will our affections, and consequently our desires and thoughts, be principally fixed.
John OwenRead
I believe in a set of values I cannot live by. I set high goals for myself, I seek perfection, dream of exotic faraway places. But ultimately, what I long for isn't far away at all. It's in my own backyard. Imperfection charms me, familiar things move me... a celebration of what we have, instead of what we long for. That for me, is glamor.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes finding beauty and value in the familiar and imperfect aspects of life rather than constantly seeking external or distant ideals.
Isabella Rossellini reflects on the duality of human aspirations and the often unrecognized beauty that exists in our immediate surroundings. While the pursuit of high goals and perfection can drive us, she suggests that true glamor and fulfillment lie in embracing the imperfections and familiar comforts of everyday life, highlighting the importance of gratitude for what we already possess.
Themes
BeautyImperfectionGratitudeAspirationFamiliarity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about appreciating life's simple joys.
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