Like the collector, the photographer is animated by a passion that, even when it appears to be for the present, is linked to a sense of the past.
Susan SontagRead
To paraphrase several sages: Nobody can think and hit someone at the same time.
Interpretation
You cannot engage in conflict and maintain thoughtful consideration simultaneously.
This quote by Susan Sontag emphasizes the inherent conflict between active thought and aggressive action. It suggests that when we are consumed by anger or conflict, our capacity for contemplation and understanding diminishes, leading to a cycle of violence rather than resolution. This highlights the importance of reflection and thoughtful dialogue as opposing forces to aggression.
In practice
In a discussion on conflict resolution at a community meeting.
Like the collector, the photographer is animated by a passion that, even when it appears to be for the present, is linked to a sense of the past.
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