Feeling Quote by Donald Woods Winnicott
“Feeling real is more than existing; it is finding a way to exist as oneself... and to have a self into which to retreat for relaxation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Playing and Reality", 1971
Being truly alive means existing authentically and having a private inner space for relaxation.
In simple terms: Real existence includes a private retreat.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner sanctuary.
Themes
self
authenticity
relaxation
psychology
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
therapeutic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal growth
- stress relief
Key Concepts
inner self
psychic space
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you create a personal retreat?
- What hinders authentic self‑expression?
A Different Perspective
Finding such a space can be challenging in hectic lives.
