Catching the Big Fish
Catching the Big Fish
David Lynch
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Catching the Big Fish

Catching the Big Fish: Meditation, Consciousness, and Creativity

David Lynch
David Lynch
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David Lynch
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In "Catching the Big Fish," visionary filmmaker David Lynch invites readers into the depths of his creative process, revealing the profound impact of Transcendental Meditation on his art and life. With the metaphor of diving deep to catch the elusive, big fish of ideas, Lynch demystifies the source of his inspiration, spanning across the diverse realms of cinema, painting, music, and design. This book is not merely a glimpse into the mind of one of the most innovative creators of our time; it is a guide to unlocking one’s own creative potential through the practice of meditation. Lynch's narrative is a mosaic of short, luminous chapters, each shedding light on the intricate journey from conception to realization of his groundbreaking work. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, he shares the significance of meditation in tapping into the wellspring of creativity that lies beneath the surface of conscious thought. "Catching the Big Fish" emerges as a compelling testament to the power of looking inward, offering readers both the inspiration and the tools to explore the vast ocean of their creativity. It's an enlightening read for Lynch fans and creative souls alike, urging us to dive deep in search of our own big fish.

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Released
2006
1 Jan
Length
181
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Arianna Huffington mentioned this book in her book "Thrive."
On the "books read" section of Emma Watson's GoodReads profile.
Ideas are like fish. If you want to catch little fish, you can stay in the shallow water. But if you want to catch the big fish, you’ve got to go deeper. Down deep, the fish are more powerful and more pure.They’re huge and abstract. And they’re very beautiful.
— David Lynch, Catching the Big Fish

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