Away Quotes
In order to understand the world, one has to turn away from it on occasion.
"In order to understand the world, one has to turn away from it on occasion."— Albert Camus
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Meaning of this quote
Temporary distance may help a person see familiar experience more clearly.
Key takeaway:
Step back when closeness obscures your judgment.
Origin of the quote
Common Camus attribution
Who actually said this?
Commonly attributedThe consulted reference does not establish the original essay, French wording, or translation.
