“We photograph things in order to drive them out of our minds”

Simplified Meaning:

When we take pictures of things, we often do it so we can stop worrying about remembering them. Think about how people take photos at a beautiful place. Instead of fully enjoying the moment, they might focus on capturing it with their camera. By doing this, they feel that the memory is safe in the picture and they don’t need to think about it anymore. Similarly, at a birthday party, instead of being present and savoring the time with friends, some people might be busy taking pictures. They believe that having the images will help them remember the event later, allowing them to stop thinking about it in detail. However, they might miss out on fully experiencing the fun and joy at that moment. People can apply this idea by reminding themselves to balance taking photos with actually experiencing life's moments. By living in the moment and appreciating what's happening, they create stronger, more vivid memories without relying only on pictures.