December Quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein
![“Schiller writes in a letter [to Goethe, 17 December 1795] of a 'poetic mood'. I think I know what he means, I think I am familiar with it myself. It is the mood of receptivity to nature and one in which one's thoughts seem as vivid as nature itself.” quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/051/ludwig-wittgenstein-582_december_schiller-writes-in-a-letter-to-goethe-17_1906986.jpg)
“Schiller writes in a letter [to Goethe, 17 December 1795] of a 'poetic mood'. I think I know what he means, I think I am familiar with it myself. It is the mood of receptivity to nature and one in which one's thoughts seem as vivid as nature itself.”
About This Quote
Source Letter to Goethe, 17 December 1795, Schiller
A poetic mood is deep receptivity where thoughts mirror the vividness of nature.
In simple terms: Feeling deeply connected to nature and thought.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate openness to natural inspiration.
Themes
creativity
receptivity
nature
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- writing
- painting
- meditation
- outdoor reflection
Key Concepts
aesthetic experience
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice receptivity daily?
- What natural scenes spark your vivid thoughts?
A Different Perspective
May be hard to sustain in busy modern life.
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