Quote by Rollo May
Good art wounds as well as delights. It must, because our defenses against the truth are wound so tightly around us. But as art chips away at our defenses, it also opens us to healing potentialities that transcend intellectual games and ego-preserving strategies.
Summary
This quote emphasizes the transformative power of art. It suggests that truly remarkable art can elicit both joy and discomfort. It asserts that art has the ability to challenge our preconceived notions, break down our walls of defense, and expose the underlying truth. While this process may be unsettling, it also creates an opportunity for growth and healing. By pushing past intellectual pretenses and the desire to protect our egos, art allows us to engage with deeper aspects of ourselves and the world, fostering the potential for personal and collective transformation.
By Rollo May