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Hermann Hesse

One never reaches home, but wherever friendly paths intersect the whole world looks like home for a time.

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Hesse suggests that the idea of a permanent home is elusive, and instead, moments of connection with others create temporary feelings of belonging. These friendly encounters make different places feel comforting and familiar, even if only briefly.

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