Behavior Quote by Kelley Armstrong
“I called. Why wasn't anyone here?"- Elena We were here." Clay said. "Around, anyway. You should have left a message." I did. Two hours ago." - Elena Well that explains it. I've been out, by the gate all day, waiting for you, and you know Jer never checks the machine."- Clayton I didn't know how Clay had known I was coming back today when I hadn't left a message. Nor did I question why he'd spent the entire day waiting at the gate. Clay's behavior couldn't be measured by human standard's of normalcy... or by any standards of normalcy at all. Bitten”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “Bitten” (excerpt), 2015
The narrator describes a surreal encounter where expectations are subverted, highlighting miscommunication and the absurdity of waiting.
In simple terms: Misunderstandings lead to odd, waiting situations.
Key Takeaway
Clarify expectations to avoid unnecessary waiting.
Themes
miscommunication
waiting
absurdity
Mood
reflective
amused
Type
narrative
conversational
When to use this quote
- customer service
- relationships
- event planning
- online dating
Key Concepts
human behavior
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we assume others know our plans?
- How can we improve signaling?
A Different Perspective
Assuming others will act without clear signals can cause frustration.
