Home Quote by Jess Walter
“Yes, what is it like? Certainly not like she dreamed. But maybe that's okay. We want what we want. At home, she works herself into a frenzy worrying about what she isn't--and perhaps loses track of just where she is.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Angel of the River” by Jess Walter, 2017
She obsessively worries about what she lacks, losing sight of her present self.
In simple terms: Worrying about what isn’t blinds you to what is.
Key Takeaway
Focus on present, not imagined deficits.
Themes
anxiety
self‑worth
mindfulness
Mood
empathetic
thoughtful
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- career
- personal development
- mental health
- creative work
Key Concepts
psychology
literary
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you missing by over‑thinking?
- How can you stay grounded in the now?
A Different Perspective
Obsessive worry can hinder progress and happiness.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
