Quote by Clive Barker

It is great good health to believe, as the Hindus do, that there are 33 million gods and goddesses in the world. It is great good health to want to understand one's dreams. It is great good health to desire the ambiguous and paradoxical.

It is great good health to believe, as the Hindus do, that t

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This quote suggests that having a broad perspective and openness to different beliefs is essential for good mental well-being. Believing in the existence of numerous gods and goddesses allows for embracing diverse ideologies. Additionally, having a curiosity to comprehend one's dreams and an inclination towards the ambiguous and paradoxical implies a healthy desire for intellectual and emotional growth. Overall, maintaining an open mind and embracing complexity contribute to a state of good mental health.

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