Computer games Quote by Mark Haddon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
““And eventually there is no one left in the world except people who don't look at other people's faces and who don't know what these pictures mean and these people are all special people like me. And they like being on their own and I hardly ever see them because they are like okapi in the jungle in the Congo, which are a kind of antelope and very shy and rare. And I can go anywhere in the world and I know that no one is going to talk to me or touch me or ask me a question. But if I don't want to go anywhere I don't have to, and I can stay at home and eat broccoli and oranges and licorice laces all the time, or I can play computer games for a whole week, or I can just sit in the corner of the room and rub £1 coin back and forward over the ripple shapes on the surface of the radiator. And I wouldn't have to go to France.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, 2003
A solitary person finds comfort in isolation, simple routines, and avoids social interaction.
In simple terms: Isolation offers comfort for some.
Key Takeaway
Respect personal boundaries.
Themes
isolation
routine
social anxiety
comfort
individuality
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
Computer games:0
Special people:0
World People:0
People Special:0
Like Okapi:0
Okapi Jungle:0
When to use this quote
- therapy
- structured daily plans
- quiet spaces
Key Concepts
social withdrawal
personal coping
neurodiversity
Questions to Reflect On
- What benefits and drawbacks does isolation bring?
- How can routines support mental health?
A Different Perspective
Isolation can hinder growth.
