Courses Quote by Doris Lessing
“I lived in a brilliantly lit haze, shifting and flickering according to my changing desires. Of course, that is only a description of being young.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Golden Notebook, 1962
She describes youthful perception as vivid, mutable, shaped by desires, illustrating the fluidity of identity.
In simple terms: Youthful mind changes with desires.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑awareness.
Themes
youth
identity
perception
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- college years
- creative phases
- personal growth
Key Concepts
subjectivity
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do desires shape your self‑view?
- Can you hold stable identity amid change?
A Different Perspective
Desires can cloud objective judgment.
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