Anything that is impractical can be play. It's doing something other than what is necessary to continue living as an animal.
Shigeru MiyamotoRead
We are, as a species, addicted to story. Even when the body goes to sleep, the mind stays up all night, telling itself stories.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humans have a natural inclination to create and consume stories, which reflects our deep connection to narrative.
The quote by Jonathan Gottschall highlights the inherent human tendency towards storytelling, implying that narratives are a fundamental aspect of our existence. Even in moments of rest, our minds remain active in weaving tales, indicating that stories play a crucial role in shaping our understanding of the world and ourselves.
Themes
StoryNarrativeHuman NatureImaginationMind
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about creativity, one could say, 'As Jonathan Gottschall reminds us, we are as a species addicted to story, highlighting the importance of imagination in innovation.'
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