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“It’s harder to come back than it is to arrive.” quote by Dorothy B. Hughes
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“It’s harder to come back than it is to arrive.”

Dorothy B. Hughes

About This Quote

Returning to a place feels harder than arriving because of the effort to reengage and adjust.

In simple terms: Returning is harder than arriving.

Key Takeaway

Prepare for the effort of reentry.

Themes

return reentry adjustment effort

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career transition
  • homecoming
  • relationship repair

Key Concepts

re-engagement psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes reentry challenging?
  • How can you ease the transition?
A Different Perspective

The difficulty may deter needed attempts.

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