Bodies Quote by John Updike
“Books externalise our brains and turn our homes into thinking bodies.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Witches of Eastwick, John Updike, 1984
Externalizing knowledge lets environments act as extensions of our mind, enhancing cognition and memory.
In simple terms: Our surroundings can store and process thoughts for us.
Design spaces that support thinking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- home office
- classroom
- creative studio
- collaborative workspace
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you arrange your space to aid thinking?
- What tools help externalize ideas?
Relies on consistent interaction; may be limited by distractions.