Loss Quote by Emily Dickinson
““Perception of an object costs Precise the Object's loss—””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Collected Poems, 1890
Perceiving an object demands precision, which inevitably alters the object’s true essence.
In simple terms: Observation changes the object.
Observe with humility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- scientific experiments
- artistic creation
- everyday decision making
- mindful observation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your perception alter what you study?
- Can true objectivity ever be achieved?
Complete objectivity is impossible; bias always influences perception.