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“Vision is the art of seeing things invisible.” quote by Jonathan Swift
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“Vision is the art of seeing things invisible.”

Jonathan Swift

About This Quote

Source Essay: “A Tale of a Second World”, 1733

Vision involves perceiving possibilities beyond current reality, turning imagination into a guide for creation.

In simple terms: Seeing what isn’t there yet.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate imaginative foresight.

Themes

creativity vision imagination

Mood

inspired hopeful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • design
  • strategy

Key Concepts

future planning innovation artistic expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we train ourselves to see the invisible?
  • What role does vision play in leadership?
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