Hardly Wanted Quote by Anonymous
““The irony is that Cheever himself would hardly have wanted—very often did not want—such an odd, talented, challenging daughter, which of course Susan knows better than anyone. As she observed, more or less cheerfully, “In many ways I was a tremendous disappointment to them”—Mary included—”I'm proud to say, and hope I've continued to be, since what they wanted me to be is pretty empty.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unpublished interview, 2020
The speaker feels they never met parental expectations, yet embraces their own identity despite perceived disappointment.
In simple terms: Feeling like a disappointment but finding self-worth.
Key Takeaway
Accept personal definition of success.
Themes
family expectations
identity
disappointment
Mood
introspective
confessional
Type
personal
emotional
When to use this quote
- career choices
- creative pursuits
- family gatherings
- self-reflection
Key Concepts
self-actualization
parental pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you define success for yourself?
- How does family expectation shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
Self-perception may be biased by others’ opinions.
