Alive Quote by David Abram
“What is magic? In the deepest sense, magic is an experience. It's the experience of finding oneself alive within a world that is itself alive. It is the experience of contact and communication between oneself and something that is profoundly different from oneself: a swallow, a frog, a spider weaving its web.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spell of the Sensuous, 1996
Magic is described as a lived, immersive experience of feeling alive and connected to a vibrant, living world through encounters with diverse beings.
In simple terms: Magic is feeling alive and connected to the living world.
Seek deep, mindful encounters with nature.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- outdoor activities
- creative arts
- meditative practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What daily practices heighten your sense of wonder?
- How does recognizing life in all things affect your actions?
Overemphasis on mysticism may ignore practical realities.