Away Quote by Patrick deWitt
““when I see you, I feel the same. It is when I am away that I lose myself.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt, 2011
Seeing someone you love makes you feel whole; distance creates a sense of loss of self.
In simple terms: Love feels complete when together, empty when apart.
Key Takeaway
Cherish presence, stay connected.
Themes
love
identity
loneliness
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- long‑distance relationships
- family gatherings
- friend reunions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
attachment
selfhood
Questions to Reflect On
- How does distance change your sense of self?
- What rituals keep connection alive?
A Different Perspective
Physical separation can’t fully heal emotional bonds.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
