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Beauty Quote by Thom Yorke

“Whenever I meet a beauty, I escape or hide in the corner.” quote by Thom Yorke
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“Whenever I meet a beauty, I escape or hide in the corner.”

Thom Yorke

About This Quote

Source Interview: Radiohead interview, 2006

Encountering beauty can trigger discomfort, leading one to withdraw or hide.

In simple terms: Beauty can make people feel uneasy and retreat.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge discomfort and stay present.

Themes

vulnerability self-awareness beauty perception

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

observational personal

When to use this quote

  • art galleries
  • first dates
  • public speaking
  • social gatherings

Key Concepts

psychology social anxiety aesthetic experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do you hide when you see beauty?
  • How can you stay open to beauty?
A Different Perspective

Not all beauty is threatening; sometimes it invites connection.

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