We cannot fully understand the relations of time and choice until we are beyond both.
This quote by C. S. Lewis, “We cannot fully understand the relations of time and choice until we are beyond both,” speaks to the complexity of understanding time and our choices within it while we are still bound by them. Time is a constant, moving forward, and it is within this framework that we make our choices. However, as long as we are in the midst of time’s flow and making decisions within it, achieving a complete understanding of their interconnectedness can be challenging.
The concept can be likened to being inside a maze versus looking at it from above – when you’re in it, your perspective is limited to what’s immediately around you. But once you’re out or above (beyond), you gain an overall view allowing for better comprehension.
In terms of choice, while we’re making decisions based on current circumstances or future projections, those choices’ full impact often only becomes clear with hindsight – when we have moved beyond that particular decision-making moment.
Applying this idea in today’s world or personal development could mean acknowledging that some things will only make sense later on – after more time has passed or after certain choices have played out fully. It encourages patience with oneself when immediate clarity isn’t possible and fosters resilience by reminding us that confusion or uncertainty doesn’t equal failure; sometimes they’re just part of the process.
Furthermore, this quote may also inspire us to take calculated risks because sometimes stepping ‘beyond’ requires us to step out from our comfort zones where everything seems predictable due to familiarity but might not offer growth opportunities anymore.
Thus accepting this idea could lead us towards embracing uncertainty with courage knowing that clarity often comes afterwards rather than during moments of decision-making or transition periods.
