I was a daydreamer and I resented being pulled out of my daydreams to deal with the business of living.
In the book "Hunger" by Roxane Gay, the author reflects on her experiences with body image and the struggles of living in a world that often appreciates thinness over substance. She captures the emotional turmoil that accompanies her journey, highlighting the disconnect between her dreams and the harsh realities she faces.
Gay's sentiment about daydreaming signifies a deeper longing for escapism, revealing her frustration with the demands of everyday life that interrupt her fantasies. This yearning illustrates a common human desire to retreat into imagination as a coping mechanism against life's challenges.
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