Australia Quote by Saroo Brierley
“Coming to Australia, it was just really magical for me. It just had the wow factor of a different sort of place and, more so, just being with a family that wanted to love me and to have me, because I knew back then, before coming to Australia, there was no way of getting back home or finding my real family.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: Long Walk to Freedom? Actually Saroo's story in the film "Lion", 2016
The speaker describes the profound awe and belonging felt upon arriving in Australia, where love and family were found despite previous isolation.
In simple terms: Arriving in Australia felt magical, loved, and like finding a true family.
Key Takeaway
Embrace new places that offer love and belonging.
Themes
belonging
identity
migration
family
wonder
Mood
joyful
hopeful
reflective
Type
personal
inspirational
narrative
When to use this quote
- starting a new life abroad
- seeking family connections
- adjusting to a new country
- finding community
Key Concepts
migration
family reunification
cultural adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “family” mean to you in a new country?
- How can you create belonging when far from home?
A Different Perspective
The experience may overlook challenges of cultural adjustment and homesickness.
