I am a native in this world And think in it as a native thinks
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker claims a natural belonging to the world, thinking as an innate resident would.
- In plain terms
- I feel at home in the world, thinking naturally.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace your innate connection to your surroundings.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you feel you belong to your environment?
- What does 'native thinking' mean to you?
Another view
It assumes a universal sense of belonging that many may not feel.
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