Expatriates Quote by Amy Plum
““The American School of Paris is one of those strange places in foreign cities where expatriates huddle together in a defensive circle and try to pretend they're still back at home. I saw it as a place for lost souls.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Minds, 2012
Expatriate communities in foreign cities become insular, resembling lost souls seeking familiarity.
In simple terms: Expats cling together, feeling displaced.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine connections beyond comfort zones.
Themes
expatriate life
isolation
identity
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- foreign assignments
- student exchanges
- immigrant neighborhoods
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can expats build authentic local ties?
- What drives the need for defensive circles?
A Different Perspective
Insularity can hinder cultural integration.
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