"Il n'est pas sur aucune carte les vrais endroits ne le sont jamais"
— Herman Melville
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Simplified Meaning:
Maps show us roads, cities, and countries, but they can't show us the special places we find on our own. Imagine discovering a beautiful hidden beach while on vacation that isn't in any travel guide. That beach is a "true place" because it's special to you, and it's not marked on a map. These true places are important because they hold personal meaning and unique experiences that a map can't capture. In life, you might also find activities or hobbies that aren't well-known but bring you great joy and fulfillment. Focusing too much on what's already charted out may cause you to miss out on these unique and valuable experiences. This idea encourages us to explore beyond the obvious and find those hidden treasures in our lives.
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