Choice Quote by Shepherd Hoodwin
““Our consciousness on the physical plane is relatively crude. We view choice making in terms of language, but like time, language is a construct of the physical plane. Nonetheless, on some level and in some way that may be incomprehensible to us now, we chose all the components of who we are—they are not imposed upon it.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Nature of Consciousness” by Shepherd Hoodwin, 2018
Our physical consciousness is limited; language shapes our choices, yet deeper layers of self are pre‑determined, though we may not yet comprehend this.
In simple terms: Physical mind is limited; deeper self may be pre‑chosen.
Key Takeaway
Explore beyond language to understand deeper self.
Themes
philosophy
consciousness
determinism
metaphysics
identity
Mood
thought‑provoking
introspective
neutral
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- self‑analysis
- decision making
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
neuroscience
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel your choices are truly free?
- What lies beyond language for you?
A Different Perspective
The idea of pre‑determination can conflict with free‑will beliefs.
