Escape Quote by Sherman Alexie
““son," Mr. P said. "You're going to find more and more hope the farther and farther you walk away from this sad, sad, sad reservation.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, Sherman Alexie, 2007
Hope grows as one distances oneself from oppressive environments, encouraging pursuit of better places.
In simple terms: Hope increases when you leave sad places.
Seek environments that nurture hope.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- moving away from oppressive community
- seeking new opportunities
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What environments limit your hope?
- How can you create hope without leaving?
Hope can be fragile and may not materialize simply by distance.