Quote by Annie Dillard

Appealing workplaces are to be avoided. One wants a room with no view, so imagination can meet memory in the dark.

Appealing workplaces are to be avoided. One wants a room wit

Summary

This quote suggests that an ideal working environment should not be too visually stimulating or distracting. It states that a room with no view is preferable, as it allows for imagination to merge with memory. It implies that in a visually plain or dark space, one's thoughts can freely wander, allowing for deep reflection and creative thinking. By avoiding appealing workplaces, individuals can foster a more introspective and concentrated mindset, where the interplay between imagination and memory can occur effectively.

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Imagination

By Annie Dillard

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