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Abandoning Quote by Tom Robbins

“Since moving to New York, she had been gradually abandoning her old ideas about the nobility of suffering.” quote by Tom Robbins
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““Since moving to New York, she had been gradually abandoning her old ideas about the nobility of suffering.””

Tom Robbins

About This Quote

Source Novel: Skinny Legs and All, 1990

Relocating can erode old beliefs about suffering’s virtue, prompting new perspectives.

In simple terms: Moving changes our view of suffering.

Key Takeaway

Reevaluate old beliefs after change.

Themes

migration beliefs growth

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • relocation
  • personal transformation

Key Concepts

philosophy cultural adaptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How has a move altered your values?
  • Do you still see suffering as noble?
A Different Perspective

New environment may reinforce old ideas.

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