Quotes With Meaning
I do feel that I’ve managed to make something I could maybe call my world…over time…little by little. And when I’m inside it, to some extent, I feel kind of relieved. But the very fact I felt I had to make such a world probably means that I’m a weak person, that I bruise easily, don’t you think? And in the eyes of society at large, that world of mine is a puny little thing. It’s like a cardboard house: a puff of wind might carry it off somewhere.
I do feel that I’ve managed to make something I could maybe call my world…over time…little by little. And when I’m inside it, to some extent, I feel kind of relieved. But the very fact I felt I had to make such a world probably means that I’m a weak person, that I bruise easily, don’t you think? And in the eyes of society at large, that world of mine is a puny little thing. It’s like a cardboard house: a puff of wind might carry it off somewhere.
The quote reflects the author's journey of creating a personal space or world as a response to life's challenges. It reveals a sense of relief found in this self-made sanctuary, but also acknowledges the fragility of such a creation. He suggests that the need to build this world stems from his sensitivity and vulnerability, which he perceives as weaknesses. The comparison of his world to a 'cardboard house' illustrates its delicacy and the potential for it to be easily disrupted by external forces. Despite its size and perceived insignificance, this world represents a personal refuge and a means of coping with life's unpredictability. Ultimately, it invites us to consider the balance between our inner sanctuaries and the harsh realities of the outside world.