Adulthood Quote by Hannah Pittard
““We packed our trunks and suitcases, prepared for our natural and necessary moves away from home. Outwardly, we breathed sighs of relief at the somber comfort of growing up. Inwardly, we held our breath and tried to stand as still as possible, afraid we might be the only ones who didn’t yet feel the promised call of adulthood.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Dream of the Broken Tree by Hannah Pittard, 2022
Leaving home feels both liberating and terrifying, as we confront the unknown while fearing we miss the rite of passage into adulthood.
In simple terms: Moving away is exciting but scary, fearing missing adulthood.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change while staying true to yourself.
Themes
growth
transition
identity
adulthood
Mood
reflective
hopeful
anxious
Type
narrative
reflective
When to use this quote
- college move
- first job
- living alone
- family separation
Key Concepts
Rite of passage
fear of missing out
self-discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What does adulthood mean to you?
- How do you balance excitement and fear when changing?
A Different Perspective
Some may find adulthood less defined than the quote suggests.
![“There was her face, like a summer peach, beautiful and warm, and the light of the candles reflected in her dark eyes. [He] held his breath. The entire world waited and held its breath.” quote by Ray Bradbury](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/561/ray-bradbury-75_beautiful_there-was-her-face-like-a-summer-peach-b_170254.jpg)
