Quote by William James

Individuality is founded in feeling; and the recesses of feeling, the darker, blinder strata of character, are the only places in the world in which we catch real fact in the making, and directly perceive how events happen, and how work is actually done.

Individuality is founded in feeling; and the recesses of fee

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This quote suggests that true individuality stems from our emotions and deeper aspects of our character. It implies that it is within the depths of our feelings where we truly experience and perceive reality, witnessing how events unfold and the actual process of work. The quote emphasizes the importance of exploring our inner selves to gain a deeper understanding of the world and to engage with life in a more authentic manner.

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