Art Quote by Jane Hirshfield
““The desire of monks and mystics is not unlike that of artists: to perceive the extraordinary within the ordinary by changing not the world but the eyes that look… To form the intention of new awareness is already to transform and be transformed.””
About This Quote
Source Poetry collection: The Book of Light by Jane Hirshfield, 1990 (poetry)
Monks, mystics, and artists seek to see the extraordinary in the ordinary, transforming perception rather than the external world
In simple terms: Seeing differently changes reality
Key Takeaway
Change perception to transform life
Themes
perception
art
spirituality
transformation
mindfulness
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative work
- mindfulness practice
- education
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Zen
aesthetic philosophy
cognitive reframing
Questions to Reflect On
- How does altering perception affect daily life?
- What practices help shift your viewpoint?
A Different Perspective
May neglect external action needed for change
