Castles in the air - they are so easy to take refuge in. And so easy to build, too.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Imaginary ideas are easy to imagine and use as an escape, but also easy to create.
- In plain terms
- Dreams are simple to build and hide in.
- What can you take from it?
- Be cautious of relying on fantasies for comfort.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What fantasies are you using to avoid reality?
- How can you turn imagination into action?
Another view
Escapism can prevent confronting real problems.
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