"We all use the world, and are used by it," he said, after a moment. "Some of us are more aware than others of using and being used. It is our fortun… - Matt Hughes

"I am not one to deny the broadening effects of distant lands," offered Nofreg, "yet I have often said that the chief benefit of travel is to allow the returned sojourner a renewed appreciation of his native milieu."

"You ask if anyone has 'tested the concept.' But why would anyone test reality? Reality is not for testing, but for living with."

The direct approach is not always the wisest strategy, as those who have fallen off mountains can testify.