Creation Quote by Ben Okri
““The intelligence that shaped the universe, shaped you. There is an inner part of us, for ever obscured, for ever mysterious, which is most alive during the process of composition. And that inner part, that inner glow, is timeless, and it functions beyond time. It drinks from deep waters. It has the stillness and the dance and the radiance of firmament. When one is most absorbed in the act of creation one almost feels that one is wandering in the great corridors of all minds. Creativity makes us part of it all.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview with Ben Okri, 2015
Creativity connects us to a timeless, universal intelligence that we tap into when we are fully immersed in making something.
In simple terms: Creating links us to a deeper, timeless mind.
Key Takeaway
Embrace deep, focused creation.
Themes
creativity
universality
mindfulness
Mood
awe
inspired
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- artistic work
- writing
- musical composition
- design
- scientific research
Key Concepts
collective consciousness
timelessness
inner glow
Questions to Reflect On
- How does deep focus affect your sense of self?
- What responsibilities come with feeling part of a larger mind?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical constraints or lead to escapism.
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