The appreciation of beauty requires an openness to new experiences from "summary" of The Sense of Beauty by George Santayana
The enjoyment of beauty is a delicate and elusive experience that requires a certain receptivity to the world around us. In order to appreciate beauty in all its forms, one must have an openness to new experiences and a willingness to engage with the unfamiliar. This openness allows us to see things from different perspectives and to explore the depths of our own aesthetic sensibilities. When we are closed off to new experiences, we limit ourselves to a narrow view of the world and miss out on the richness and diversity that surrounds us. By being open to new experiences, we expand our horizons and allow ourselves to be enriched by the beauty that exists in the world. This openness enables us to appreciate the intricacies of nature, the complexities of art,...
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