"我的灵魂是一支隐藏的乐队;我不知道在自己内心演奏和碰撞的是哪些乐器,哪些小提琴、鼓、钹或竖琴。我只听到交响乐。"
— Fernando Pessoa
Simplified Meaning:
Everyone has different parts of themselves, much like an orchestra has different instruments. You may not always understand every feeling, thought, or reaction inside you, just like you might not recognize every individual sound made by all the instruments. However, what you experience is the overall effect, a combination of these parts working together, like a beautiful piece of music. Think about a time when you felt a mix of emotions, like happiness, nervousness, and excitement all at once. It's like those emotions are different instruments playing together in your mind. To make sense of your inner world, try to appreciate the overall harmony and not get too overwhelmed by each separate feeling. By doing so, you can better understand and enjoy the 'music' of your life.