Creating is living doubly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Creating is living doubly.
- In plain terms
- Creating doubles the experience of life.
- What can you take from it?
- Engage in creation to enrich existence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does creation change your perception of life?
- What forms of creation suit you?
Another view
Not everyone finds creation fulfilling.
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