Observation-activity of both eyes and ears.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True observation involves actively using all senses, specifically sight and hearing, to gather information.
- In plain terms
- Observation means paying close attention with your eyes and ears.
- What can you take from it?
- Use your senses to observe deeply.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What did you notice today that you usually ignore?
- How do you improve your observation skills?
Another view
Observation alone does not guarantee understanding without interpretation.
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