And the things you said, the walk from chapel to the schoolhouse, your backpack, tests, these were a bridge running above the rushing water of what you actually felt. The goal was: learn to ignore what's down below. Fine if you met someone else who was the same as you, but you had to realize that nothing another person could do would make you feel better about any of it.
The quote expresses the inner struggles and emotional experiences one faces while navigating adolescence. The simple actions and routines, like walking from chapel to school and dealing with tests, serve as distractions managing deeper feelings. These aspects symbolize a bridge that keeps one from fully confronting the tumultuous emotions that lie beneath the surface.
Despite the connection one might find with others, the key realization is that no one else can truly resolve those feelings. The passage highlights the necessity of facing one's own emotions instead of relying on external validation or support. Ultimately, it emphasizes that personal growth involves acknowledging and confronting one's inner turmoil.
Rate the Quote
User Reviews
Other quotes in book quote
All the things you can talk about in anyone's work are the things that are least important.
Race of Cain, ascend to heaven, And cast God down upon the earth!
