Books Quote by David Levithan
““ ubiquitous , adj . When it’s going well, the fact of it is everywhere. It’s there in the song that shuffles into your ears. It’s there in the book you’re reading. It’s there on the shelves of the store as you reach for a towel and forget about the towel. It’s there as you open the door. As you stare off into the subway, it’s what you’re looking at. You wear it on the inside of your hat. It lines your pockets. It’s the temperature. The hitch, of course, it that when it’s going badly, it’s in all the same places.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Ubiquitous,” 2015
Ubiquity appears everywhere in good times and bad, infiltrating everyday objects and senses, showing how pervasive concepts shape perception.
In simple terms: Ubiquitous concepts pervade all aspects of life.
Key Takeaway
Notice how ideas infiltrate daily moments.
Themes
perception
ubiquity
mindset
environment
psychology
Mood
introspective
observational
Type
reflective
analytical
When to use this quote
- mindfulness practice
- creative writing
- marketing
- product design
Key Concepts
cognitive science
literature
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does constant exposure affect your mood?
- What helps you detach from pervasive influences?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on ubiquity can cause anxiety about constant presence.
