Driver Quote by Ken Wheaton
““I climbed aboard a Greyhound bus and rode it to New York without telling anyone, without so much as a goodbye. What was I thinking? I wasn’t. I was young and stupid and broken. I knew from watching movies that broken people hopped on buses and disappeared. New York seemed far away, geographically, mentally.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Long Way Home by Ken Wheaton, 2015
A reckless, impulsive escape driven by youthful desperation and a desire to disappear.
In simple terms: Youthful escape driven by desperation.
Key Takeaway
Abrace impulsive decisions with caution.
Themes
youth
escape
desperation
identity
travel
Mood
lonely
reflective
Type
personal narrative
confessional
When to use this quote
- running away
- road trips
- self discovery
- crisis
- loneliness
Key Concepts
impulsivity
search for self
disconnection
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you fleeing from?
- How might you seek help instead?
A Different Perspective
May overlook consequences and safety.
