Strange Quote by G. Willow Wilson
““The strange high that comes from arriving changed in a familiar landscape.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Strange High of Returning, 2015
Returning to a familiar place after change creates a unique, uplifting feeling of rediscovery.
In simple terms: Coming back changed makes the familiar feel new and exciting.
Embrace change, then appreciate familiar surroundings anew.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- travel
- personal growth
- relocation
- cultural immersion
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “strange high” mean to you?
- How does change alter perception of home?
The feeling may be fleeting and idealized.