“We live in a world that is not our own, and we are not at home in it.”
What this quote means
This phrase by Iris Murdoch expresses a feeling of estrangement from the world, a sense of not being fully at home. It resonates with those who feel a disconnect between their inner self and external reality. Rather than an invitation to pessimism, it can be read as an awareness of our condition: we are beings in search of meaning in a universe that transcends us. It encourages us to explore this tension, a source of reflection and creation.
How to apply it daily
Take a moment of introspection today to write down what feels 'foreign' in your environment, and reflect on how it influences your choices.
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