People who dream when they sleep at night know of a…
““People who dream when they sleep at night know of a special kind of happiness which the world of the day holds not, a placid ecstasy, and ease of heart, that are like honey on the tongue. They also know that the real glory of dreams lies in their atmosphere of unlimited freedom. It is not the freedom of the dictator, who enforces his own will on the world, but the freedom of the artist, who has no will, who is free of will. The pleasure of the true dreamer does not lie in the substance of the dream, but in this: that there things happen without any interference from his side, and altogether outside his control. Great landscapes create themselves, long splendid views, rich and delicate colours, roads, houses, which he has never seen or heard of...””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Dreams offer a unique, effortless joy and a sense of limitless freedom unlike daytime constraints, especially for artists who relinquish personal will.
In simple terms: Dreams give effortless joy and freedom.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the freedom of dreaming without control.
Themes
creativity
freedom
joy
Mood
tranquil
inspired
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- personal reflection
- mindfulness
- creative writing
Key Concepts
artist
dream
autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does letting go of will enhance creativity?
- What does “freedom of the artist” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Dreams may still be limited by subconscious fears.