The quote, “Open your eyes and see what you can with them before they close forever,” might strike you as both poignant and unsettling.
The most straightforward interpretation of the quote encourages us to literally open our eyes and appreciate the world around us.
Our ability to see is a limited resource, affected not only by the passage of time but also by health and other unforeseen factors.
On a metaphorical level, ‘opening your eyes’ means becoming aware of possibilities, realities, and truths that we may otherwise ignore.
The phrase ‘before they close forever’ can be seen as an urging to take action or gain understanding before opportunities are lost or before we are silenced.
The quote isn’t just about personal enlightenment; it can be extended to our collective responsibility as a society.
If we are fortunate enough to ‘see,’ either with our eyes or with our understanding, then it becomes a moral imperative to act on that vision in a manner.
Making a conscious effort to ‘see’ can be as simple as practicing mindfulness, being fully present in the moment, and appreciating what you have right now.