Body Quote by Maura Higgins
“Someone will say something to me and it was like I wasn't there. I was there in body but not in mind, which is quite scary.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Bachelor, 2022
Feeling physically present but mentally absent creates a disorienting sense of alienation and anxiety.
In simple terms: Mind wandering while present feels scary.
Stay mentally engaged in the moment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- work meetings
- classrooms
- family dinners
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your mind to drift?
- How can you anchor yourself in the now?
Mental disengagement can be caused by stress or fatigue.