The things that we preceive as beautiful may be different, but the actual characteristics we ascribe to beautiful objects are similar. Think about it. When something strikes us as beautiful, it displays more presence and sharpness of shape and vividness of color, doesn't it? It stands out. It shines. It seems almost iridescent compared to the dullness of other objects less attractive.
James RedfieldWe're just animals, creatures smart enough and unlucky enough to have figured out we're alive, and we're going to die without ever knowing any purpose. We can pretend all we want and we can wish all we want, but that basic existential fact remainsยwe can't know.
James RedfieldIf we stay aware and acknowledge the great mystery that is this life, we will see that we have been perfectly placed, in exactly the right positionโฆ to make all the difference in the world.
James Redfield