Heavy burden Quote by Walker Percy
““But the expectation of the self, to be informed in its nothingness--if only I can get out of this old place and into the right new place, I can become a new person--places a heavy burden on travel.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Moviegoer, 1961
Seeking a new identity involves leaving old comforts, which feels burdensome yet necessary for personal transformation.
In simple terms: Changing self requires leaving familiar places, a heavy but needed burden.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change, accept the burden of growth.
Themes
identity
change
existence
burden
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- Career transition
- spiritual quest
- relocating
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
Existentialism
self‑realization
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What old comforts hold you back?
- Is a new place truly needed?
A Different Perspective
The “right new place” may be illusory, leading to perpetual dissatisfaction.
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