Dwelling is not primarily inhabiting but taking care of and creating that space within which something comes into its own and flourishes.
Martin HeideggerRead
We make a space inside ourselves, so that being can speak.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of introspection for meaningful understanding and communication.
Martin Heidegger's quote suggests that in order to truly understand and connect with the essence of existence, we must create an internal space within ourselves. This inner space allows for genuine reflection and reception, enabling us to perceive and articulate deeper truths about our being and the world around us.
In practice
In a personal development workshop to encourage participants to reflect on their inner feelings.
Dwelling is not primarily inhabiting but taking care of and creating that space within which something comes into its own and flourishes.
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Whats beauty anyway but ugliness if it hurts you?
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The belief that there is only one truth, and that oneself is in possession of it, is the root of all evil in the world.
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