Feels Quote by Graham Swift
“Of course there are times when I hate London, but equally there are times when I can walk 'round a corner and I really feel that this is my place.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Waterland, 1983
Love for a place can coexist with frustration, creating a complex emotional bond
In simple terms: Love and hate can coexist toward a city
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge mixed feelings about places
Themes
place attachment
conflict
identity
Mood
nostalgic
conflicted
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- moving to a new city
- returning home
- urban planning
Key Concepts
urban psychology
place attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a place feel like home?
- How do you reconcile love and irritation for a location?
A Different Perspective
Negative feelings can dominate the experience
