Altars Quote by Dana Gould
“I was an altar boy in the Roman Catholic Church and no priest ever laid a hand on me. That's me, always the bridesmaid.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up routine, 2015
He jokes about never being touched by a priest, using “always the bridesmaid” to illustrate feeling left out
In simple terms: Feeling excluded despite being present
Key Takeaway
Recognize and humorize feelings of exclusion
Themes
loneliness
belonging
humor
Mood
wry
self‑deprecating
Type
comedic
observational
When to use this quote
- social events
- religious settings
- team projects
- family gatherings
Key Concepts
Social dynamics
personal boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you use humor to hide discomfort?
- When have you felt like the bridesmaid?
A Different Perspective
Humor may mask deeper hurt that needs addressing
