Aware Quote by Charles D. Broad
“It is clear that every immediate object of our senses both exists and is real in the primary meaning of these terms so long as we remain aware of the object.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mind and Its Place in Nature, Charles D. Broad, 1925
Objects we perceive are real only while we attend to them; awareness gives existence meaning.
In simple terms: Things exist when we notice them.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to what matters.
Themes
perception
reality
awareness
Mood
contemplative
analytical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- daily observation
- mindfulness practice
- critical analysis
Key Concepts
phenomenology
subjectivity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does attention shape your sense of reality?
- Can you notice unnoticed objects?
A Different Perspective
If attention shifts, the object's reality may feel less certain.
