Animal Quote by Eckhart Tolle
“For a long time humans probably were in touch on a deeper level with the depths of their being, unconsciously so, the same way an animal or a tree is. Gradually, though, more and more of their identity went into the movement of thought. They identified more and more with the movement of thinking.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle, 2005
Humans have shifted from intuitive, embodied awareness to a dominance of mental activity, losing deeper connection with their true nature.
In simple terms: We moved from feeling to thinking.
Key Takeaway
Re‑connect with inner awareness.
Themes
mindfulness
identity
spirituality
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- nature walks
- creative expression
- journaling
Key Concepts
consciousness
embodiment
self‑realization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice when thinking dominates?
- What practices restore embodied awareness?
A Different Perspective
Mind‑over‑body balance is hard to achieve in modern life.
