Awe Quote by Arnold Bennett
“Every scene, even the commonest, is wonderful, if only one can detach oneself, casting off all memory of use and custom, and behold it (as it were) for the first time; in its right, authentic colors; without making comparisons. Cherish and burnish this faculty of seeing crudely, simply, artlessly, ignorantly; of seeing like a baby or a lunatic, who lives each moment by itself and tarnishes by the present no remembrance of the past.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Human Machine, 1912
Seeing ordinary scenes with fresh eyes reveals their true beauty, free from habit and comparison.
In simple terms: Fresh perspective reveals hidden beauty in everyday life.
Key Takeaway
Practice detaching from preconceptions to appreciate the present.
Themes
perception
mindfulness
artistic appreciation
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- travel
- creative writing
- daily reflection
- visual arts
Key Concepts
aesthetic experience
cognitive reset
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate a child‑like curiosity daily?
- What habits prevent you from seeing things anew?
A Different Perspective
Habitual thinking can limit depth of experience.
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