Quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein

A man's thinking goes on within his consciousness in a seclusion in comparison with which any physical seclusion is an exhibition to public view.

A man's thinking goes on within his consciousness in a seclu

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This quote suggests that the true depth of a person's thoughts and reflections occur within their own consciousness, in a secluded realm that is more private and personal than any physical seclusion. It implies that the inner workings of the mind are more intimate and revealing than anything that can be observed by others. The quote highlights the vastness and complexity of human thought processes, emphasizing the distinction between external appearances and the profound inner world of an individual's thinking.

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