Being there Quote by Franz Kafka
“In one and the same human being there are cognitions that, however utterly dissimilar they are, yet have one and the same object,so that one can only conclude that there are different subjects in one and the same human being.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Trial by Franz Kafka, 1925
Human consciousness can hold contradictory thoughts about the same object, implying multiple internal perspectives within one person.
In simple terms: People can think opposite things about the same thing.
Key Takeaway
Recognize inner conflicts and explore them.
Themes
psychology
philosophy
identity
contradiction
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal therapy
- conflict resolution
- creative brainstorming
- ethical deliberation
Key Concepts
subjectivity
dualism
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile conflicting beliefs about yourself?
- What internal perspectives shape your decisions?
A Different Perspective
Assumes clear separation of subjects, which may be fluid.
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