Intimidation Quote by Nicole Krauss
““These valuable thing produced in us a feeling of intimidation. We knew that no matter how far we got in life, we would never really be meant for such fineness, that the few expensive antiques we did have had fallen to us from a higher life and now condescended to live among us.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great House by Nicole Krauss, 2010
People feel out of place among ordinary life, seeing themselves as remnants of a higher, refined existence that now feels diminished.
In simple terms: We feel like we belong to a finer world that has fallen to us.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and accept your unique worth.
Themes
identity
class
intimidation
heritage
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal relationships
- cultural integration
- self‑esteem building
Key Concepts
Existential alienation
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of your past do you idealize?
- How can you find value in everyday life?
A Different Perspective
Romanticizing the past can hinder present fulfillment.
