Fiction Quote by Yann Martel
“Reality is how we interpret it. Imagination and volition play a part in that interpretation. Which means that all reality is to some extent a fiction.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Life of Pi by Yann Martel, 2001
Reality is shaped by perception; imagination and will influence how we construct what we consider real.
In simple terms: Reality is what we imagine and choose.
Key Takeaway
Question your perceptions and imagine possibilities.
Themes
perception
imagination
will
Mood
reflective
curious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- art
- science
- personal decisions
- storytelling
Key Concepts
constructivism
subjectivity
creativity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does imagination affect your decisions?
- When do you trust facts over feelings?
A Different Perspective
Believing everything is fictional can undermine objective facts.
