Emotion Quote by Alan Watts
“We seldom realize, for example that our most private thoughts and emotions are not actually our own. For we think in terms of languages and images which we did not invent, but which were given to us by our society.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book: the Philosophy of Alan Watts, 1966
Our thoughts and feelings are shaped by cultural language and images, not by our own invention.
In simple terms: Culture shapes our inner world.
Recognize cultural influence.
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When to use this quote
- education
- therapy
- creative work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see cultural scripts in your thoughts?
- Can you create new mental patterns?
Personal agency may be overstated.