I play. But this is what I think.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker distinguishes between action and thought, implying they exist in both states.
- In plain terms
- I act, but I also have my own thoughts.
- What can you take from it?
- Action and thought are separate parts of experience.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do your actions reflect your thoughts?
Another view
It does not explain how action and thought interact.
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