Home Quote by Adrienne Rich
“To work and suffer is to be at home. All else is scenery.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Work of the Body, 1975
Equates labor and suffering with home, suggesting that authentic existence is found in work, while everything else is mere backdrop.
In simple terms: Work is home; other things are scenery.
Key Takeaway
Find purpose in your work, not distractions.
Themes
work
existence
authenticity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career
- creative pursuits
- daily routine
Key Concepts
existentialism
labor theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance work with leisure?
- What defines “home” for you?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on work can neglect personal well‑being.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
