“To travel is to see the world through the eyes of others.”
What this quote means
Victor Segalen suggests that traveling is not just about changing places, but about adopting the gaze of others, seeing the world through their eyes. This implies a deep empathy and a questioning of our own perspective. In our era of mass tourism, this quote pushes us to travel with humility and curiosity, not to confirm our expectations, but to let ourselves be transformed by what we discover.
How to apply it daily
On your next trip, strike up a conversation with a local and ask them to show you their favorite spot, then observe it through their eyes.
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