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Life Quote by William Bryant Logan

“We spend our lives hurrying away from the real, as though it were deadly to us. 'It must be up there somewhere on the horizon,' we think. And all the time it is in the soil, right beneath our feet.” quote by William Bryant Logan
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““We spend our lives hurrying away from the real, as though it were deadly to us. 'It must be up there somewhere on the horizon,' we think. And all the time it is in the soil, right beneath our feet.””

William Bryant Logan

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Illusion of the Horizon, 2018

People chase distant ideals, overlooking the present reality that already contains what they seek.

In simple terms: Chasing far goals ignores present truths.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate what’s already here.

Themes

aspiration presence perception

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • nature walks
  • mindful observation
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

philosophy mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “horizon” are you overlooking today?
  • How can you integrate present awareness with future goals?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on the future can cause neglect of current joys.

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