Attention Quote by Sue Monk Kidd
“I realize that I can be with someone, but on a deeper level I'm not available to them at all. I have attention deficit disorder of the soul.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Secret Life of Bees, 2002
One can be physically present yet emotionally unavailable, a condition like a soul‑wide attention deficit.
In simple terms: Being present isn’t enough if emotionally distant.
Address emotional availability.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- family gatherings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents you from being fully present emotionally?
- How can you nurture deeper connection?
Emotional unavailability can strain relationships despite proximity.