Crossings Quote by Phil Collins
“I know it shouldn't make a difference, but crossing the dateline, we weren't sure what day it was - it was very strange. Now, I seem to cope with it better.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Live at the BBC, 1995
The speaker notes the odd feeling of crossing the International Date Line, which made the day ambiguous, but they have since adjusted to the strangeness.
In simple terms: Crossing the date line felt strange, now it’s easier.
Key Takeaway
Adapt to temporal disorientation.
Themes
time
orientation
adjustment
Mood
confused
reflective
Type
personal anecdote
observational
When to use this quote
- travel
- airline crew
- long-haul flights
- journalists
- expats
Key Concepts
psychology
cognitive adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain routine when dates shift?
- What strategies help normalize time changes?
A Different Perspective
The feeling may persist for those with rigid schedules.
