I believe there is no part of our lives, our adult as well…
“I believe there is no part of our lives, our adult as well as child life, when we're not fantasizing, but we prefer to relegate fantasy to children, as though it were some tomfoolery only fit for the immature minds of the young. Children do live in fantasy and reality; they move back and forth very easily in a way we no longer remember how to do.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Adults suppress imagination, labeling it childish, yet fantasy remains vital for all ages.
In simple terms: Imagination is essential for growth.
Re‑embrace creative play.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- creative work
- problem solving
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you day?
- How does fantasy aid problem solving?
Societal norms discourage adult fantasy.