Quote by Henri Frederic Amiel

Action is coarsened thought; thought becomes concrete, obscure, and unconscious.

Action is coarsened thought; thought becomes concrete, obscu

Summary

This quote suggests that when we act upon our thoughts and put them into practice, they can lose their precision and become less clear and intentional. Action transforms abstract and rational thoughts into something tangible and real. However, in the process, the original clarity and consciousness of our thoughts may diminish, becoming more automatic and unconscious. The statement highlights how action can change our thinking patterns and make them less refined, requiring us to consciously revisit and reflect on them to regain their original clarity.

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By Henri Frederic Amiel

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