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“All the things we experience in life can be separated into two realms, the realm of the concept and the realm of the senses.” quote by Scott McCloud
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““All the things we experience in life can be separated into two realms, the realm of the concept and the realm of the senses.””

Scott McCloud

About This Quote

Source Book: Understanding Comics, 1993

He asserts that all experiences split into conceptual ideas and sensory perception.

In simple terms: Experiences have a mental and a sensory part.

Key Takeaway

Recognize both mental and sensory aspects.

Themes

perception conceptualization experience

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • design
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

cognitive science philosophy art theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance concept and sense?
  • What is lost when one is ignored?
A Different Perspective

Focusing solely on one realm can limit understanding.

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