Distant Quote by Augusten Burroughs
““Augusten very distant tonight. Probably because of my games.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs, 2002
Feeling distant can stem from personal games or distractions that separate you from others.
In simple terms: Games create distance.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address personal distractions.
Themes
isolation
self‑reflection
relationships
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
personal
reflective
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- friendship conflicts
- workplace dynamics
- social media use
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral patterns
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- What “games” keep you distant?
- How can you reconnect authentically?
A Different Perspective
Self‑awareness may be painful.
![“[Y]ou have no happiness in your heart, no power, no will that does not live in us as a presentiment, a reflection, a distant shadow in our hearts, too.” quote by Hermann Hesse](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ae8/hermann-hesse-130_distant_y-ou-have-no-happiness-in-your-heart-no_46364.jpg)
