Quote by Hermann Hesse

There's no reality except the one contained within us. That's why so many people live an unreal life. They take images outside them for reality and never allow the world within them to assert itself.

There's no reality except the one contained within us. That'

Summary

This quote suggests that the only true reality lies within ourselves. It argues that many people live in a state of unreality because they perceive external images and constructs as reality, without acknowledging or tapping into the world of thoughts, emotions, and inner experiences within them. The quote implies that individuals ought to recognize and embrace their inner world in order to live a more authentic and genuine life.

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By Hermann Hesse

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