Believe Quote by Gore Vidal
““Marietta, I do not believe in ghosts, astrology, palmistry, graphology, John Cage, love or God. I do believe in the moment, in the pleasures of the flesh, of conversation, of art-at least for the few so minded. I believe . . .””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Myra Breckenridge, 1968
He dismisses supernatural and intellectual fads, valuing immediate sensory and artistic experiences.
In simple terms: He prefers real moments over abstract beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Focus on present pleasures.
Themes
sensory experience
art
hedonism
Mood
reflective
hedonistic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- dating
- art appreciation
- culinary experiences
- conversation
- mindfulness
Key Concepts
existentialism
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “the moment” mean to you?
- How do you balance pleasure with purpose?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper meaning beyond the present.
