Felt Quote by Gordon Korman
““He felt old at eleven. Amy””
About This Quote
Source Book: Swindle by Gordon Korman, 2008 (or similar youth novel)
A child feels prematurely aged, reflecting the burden of adult expectations placed on a young person
In simple terms: Feeling old too early
Recognize and address the pressures you face
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school life
- family expectations
- peer interactions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations make you feel older than your age?
- How can you reclaim youthful perspective?
The feeling may stem from external pressures rather than actual maturity