--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Reality is myself, reality is only the…" description: "\"Reality is myself, reality is only the perception of this instant and it can't be related to another person.\" — Gao Xingjian" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/34d/gao-xingjian-6987_instant_reality-is-myself-reality-is-only-the-pe_2549166.jpg" --- # Reality is myself, reality is only the perception of this… ![“Reality is myself, reality is only the perception of this instant and it can't be related to another person.” quote by Gao Xingjian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/34d/gao-xingjian-6987_instant_reality-is-myself-reality-is-only-the-pe_2549166.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/34d/gao-xingjian-6987_instant_reality-is-myself-reality-is-only-the-pe_2549166.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/34d/gao-xingjian-6987_instant_reality-is-myself-reality-is-only-the-pe_2549166.jpg) > “Reality is myself, reality is only the perception of this instant and it can't be related to another person.” [Gao Xingjian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/gao-xingjian/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Reality is a personal, moment‑to‑moment perception, not a shared objective truth. **In simple terms:** Reality is personal and fleeting. Key Takeaway Accept subjective experience. Themes philosophy perception existence Mood introspective philosophical Type contemplative theoretical When to use this quote - personal reflection - mindfulness practice - artistic creation Key Concepts subjectivity temporal awareness Questions to Reflect On - Can we ever truly share reality? - How does this view affect relationships? 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