Children Quote by Aldous Huxley
““Visual impressions are greatly intensified and the eye recovers some of the perceptual innocence of childhood, when the sensum was not immediately and automatically subordinated to the concept. Interest in space is diminished and interest in time falls almost to zero.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Doors of Perception, Aldous Huxley, 1954
Our perception can return to a childlike openness when we let go of conceptual domination, reducing focus on space and time.
In simple terms: Let go of concepts to see with fresh eyes.
Cultivate sensory awareness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- art appreciation
- meditation
- creative work
- education
- therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice sensory openness daily?
- What concepts dominate your perception?
May be difficult to sustain without practice.