Quote by Aldous Huxley

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Th

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This quote expresses the idea that excessive reliance on language can disconnect individuals from experiencing direct contact with the world. Rather than engaging directly with people and objects around them, individuals spend most of their time interacting with words that represent these things. The quote suggests that words can be limiting, separating individuals from authentic experiences and reducing their connection to the universe. It emphasizes the importance of balancing verbal communication with genuine, sensory engagement with the world.

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