Costco Quote by Augusten Burroughs
“I can't tell you how much I love Target and Costco, that kind of culture, because it's something I never felt a part of. I've always felt like a tourist because I have never fit in anywhere.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015
Feeling alienated from mainstream culture can create a sense of outsider status and yearning for belonging.
In simple terms: Feeling like an outsider in popular places.
Key Takeaway
Seek communities where you truly fit.
Themes
belonging
culture
identity
loneliness
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
personal
motivational
When to use this quote
- shopping trips
- online forums
- local clubs
- volunteer groups
Key Concepts
social identity
cultural fit
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What environments make you feel most authentic?
- How can you create your own sense of belonging?
A Different Perspective
Finding a niche may be difficult and time‑consuming.
