Feeling Quote by Sheila Heti
“Today, I defined 'sentimental' to myself as a feeling about the idea of a feeling.”
About This Quote
Sentimentality is defined as feeling about the concept of feeling itself, a meta‑emotional reflection.
In simple terms: Feeling about feeling.
Key Takeaway
Explore meta‑emotions for deeper self‑knowledge.
Themes
self‑reflection
emotion
philosophy
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- journaling
- therapy
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
meta‑cognition
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does feeling about feeling mean to you?
- How can meta‑emotions guide actions?
A Different Perspective
Abstract definitions may feel vague.
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