Bother Quote by Catherine Gilbert Murdock
“Everyone's scared. So scared they can't sleep sometimes. Or eat. Or keep their weight on." "Then why bother playing?" I asked. It was a whisper, this question. "Because. You love the game. You love the people you play with. You love winning, maybe. You love that one moment when you get it right . . . I dunno. Why do you play?" "Because," I whispered, "it's who I am." Sounds like a good reason to me.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Game, 2015
Fear, anxiety, and identity drive the desire to play; playing defines self.
In simple terms: Fear and love of the game shape identity.
Key Takeaway
Play to discover purpose.
Themes
psychology
identity
motivation
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- sports
- gaming
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
existential meaning
passion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the game represent for you?
- How do you balance fear and joy?
A Different Perspective
Playing may mask deeper issues.
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