Central park Quote by Bret Easton Ellis
““Dwelling over this loss while wandering down Central Park West somewhere around Seventy-sixth, Seventy-fifth, it strikes me profoundly that the world is more often than not a bad and cruel place.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: American Psycho, 1991
The narrator observes that the world often feels harsh and unkind while wandering through a city park.
In simple terms: The world can seem cruel.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge hardship but seek kindness.
Themes
perception
urban life
cruelty
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- city walks
- mental health
- artistic observation
Key Concepts
existentialism
urban alienation
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments of kindness have you noticed?
- How does environment affect your worldview?
A Different Perspective
Optimism may be overlooked in bleak moments.
