Focus Quote by Charles Olson
““Wholly absorbed into my own conduits to an inner nature or subterranean lake the depths or bounds of which I more and more explore and know more of, in that sense that other than that all else closes out and I tend further to fall into the Beloved Lake and I am blinder from spending time as insistently in and on this personal preserve from which what I do do emerges more well-known than other ways and other outside places which don’t give as much and distract me from keeping my attentions as clear Charles Olson, "Additions", March 1968—2””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Additions”, Charles Olson, 1968
Explores deep introspection where personal focus eclipses external distractions, leading to a richer inner life.
In simple terms: Deep self‑focus can drown out outside influence.
Key Takeaway
Embrace inner work, but stay aware of external balance.
Themes
introspection
creativity
focus
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- meditation
- creative projects
- solitude
Key Concepts
self‑exploration
inner lake
personal preserve
Questions to Reflect On
- How does deep focus affect your relationships?
- When should you step out of your inner world?
A Different Perspective
Risk of isolation and missing broader perspectives.
