What Can Only Be Seen with the Heart
“…what is essential is invisible to the eye.”
The Secondhand Inspiration Project begins with a motivational quote and ventures wherever the creative path meanders.
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry was a French writer, aviator, and pioneering aviator. He drew upon his experiences as a pioneering airmail pilot to infuse his works with timeless themes of adventure, love, and the human condition.
Saint-Exupéry’s literary contributions include novels and essays, but his famous novella “The Little Prince” stands out as a widely-read classic that has been translated into numerous languages. Tragically, he disappeared during a reconnaissance mission during World War II, but his writings continue to inspire readers worldwide with their philosophical reflections on life and humanity.
In “The Little Prince,” Antoine de Saint-Exupéry eloquently stated –
“It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.”
This quote emphasizes that true understanding goes beyond what can be physically seen or superficially observed. It dives much deeper than a mundane surface-level activity. It suggests that the heart, symbolizing emotions, empathy, and thorough understanding, remains…