Asylum Quote by John Kennedy Toole
“The only problem that those people have anyway is that they don't like new cars and hair sprays. That's why they are put away. They make the other members of the society fearful. Every asylum in this nation is filled with poor souls who simply cannot stand lanolin, cellophane, plastic, television, and subdivisions.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole, 1980
Some people reject modern conveniences, causing societal fear and isolation; their aversion fuels collective anxiety.
In simple terms: Rejecting modern things can isolate people and cause fear.
Key Takeaway
Promote empathy for those uncomfortable with modernity.
Themes
society
technology
fear
Mood
critical
empathetic
Type
social
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- public policy
- community building
Key Concepts
modernism
social exclusion
mental health
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might someone fear modern materials?
- How can society accommodate diverse comfort levels?
A Different Perspective
Not all aversions are irrational; they may stem from legitimate concerns.
