There are some minds like either convex or concave mirrors, which represent objects such as they receive them, but never receive them as they are.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Some people reflect reality as they wish it to be or fear it to be, rather than as it truly is.
- In plain terms
- Some minds distort reality instead of seeing it clearly.
- What can you take from it?
- Check if your views match reality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you see things as they are or as you wish?
- What biases shape your view?
Another view
Complete objectivity is often impossible for anyone.
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