There was reality and there was reality; and some things were more real than others.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reality is layered, with some experiences or facts feeling more authentic than others.
- In plain terms
- Some things feel more real than other things even if they are all real.
- What can you take from it?
- Perception of reality varies in intensity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What feels more real to you?
- Is truth always objective?
Another view
Reality is usually objective regardless of feeling.
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