Coming of age Quote by Kerem Mermutlu
““I work in a restaurant in an airport in Taiwan. I am eighteen years old and I don’t like my job because everyone gets on planes and leaves. And I want to leave too.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Personal narrative, Taiwan airport restaurant, 2023
The speaker feels trapped in a transient environment and longs for change, highlighting youthful restlessness and desire for freedom
In simple terms: Young worker feels stuck and wants to leave
Key Takeaway
Consider what steps can lead to change
Themes
youth
restlessness
career
travel
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
personal
reflective
When to use this quote
- airport job
- career planning
- personal growth
- relocation
Key Concepts
Identity
transience
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What would make you stay or leave?
- How can you create a path forward?
A Different Perspective
Leaving may be harder without support or resources
