Bother Quote by Douglas Adams
“Pardon me for breathing, which I never do any way so I don’t know why I bother to say it, oh God, I’m so depressed.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, 1979
A humorous lament about feeling hopeless and questioning one’s purpose.
In simple terms: Feeling depressed and questioning existence.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge feelings.
Themes
depression
existentialism
humor
Mood
melancholy
wry
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- creative block
- loneliness
Key Concepts
nihilism
self‑talk
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your low mood?
- How can humor help cope?
A Different Perspective
Humor may mask deeper issues.
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