Athletic Quote by Andrew Solomon
“I went through elementary school being bullied and teased. I remember someone - I can't recall his name, but I can see his face - who decided on the school bus, when I was ten or eleven, to call me "Percy." That was somehow supposed to connect to the fact that I wasn't very athletic. I was, in fact, also not very coordinated. I was not very masculine, by the standards of ten-year-olds. I remember being on the school bus and everyone chanting, "Percy! Percy! Percy!" at me.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir/Interview: Personal narrative, 2023
The speaker recounts a painful bullying experience, illustrating how teasing can shape identity and self‑perception during formative years.
In simple terms: Bullying can deeply affect self‑image.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront bullying.
Themes
bullying
identity
adolescence
masculinity
social pressure
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
personal
educational
When to use this quote
- school anti‑bullying programs
- counseling sessions
- peer support groups
- educational workshops
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
gender studies
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What lasting impacts did the bullying have on your life?
- How can schools better support non‑conforming children?
A Different Perspective
Bullying narratives may not capture systemic factors or resilience pathways.
