'Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality,' says one of my favorite Byzantine mystics. I did this when a child; I do it now as well in the most creative moments of my life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Changing how we perceive reality is more effective than trying to change reality itself.
- In plain terms
- Shift your perspective to change how you see the world.
- What can you take from it?
- Change your eyes to change reality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does your view change your life?
- What perspective helps you now?
Another view
Sometimes changing reality is necessary for survival.
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