Another life Quote by Zadie Smith
““Don't you think they're as bored as you are? You think you're somebody special? You think I wake up everyday so happy to see you? You're a snob, just in the other way. Do you think you are the only one who wants something else? Another life?””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Embassy of Cambodia” (2003)
The speaker questions whether others share their boredom and desire for a different life, hinting at existential yearning.
In simple terms: People may feel stuck.
Key Takeaway
Explore new possibilities.
Themes
existential
identity
loneliness
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- therapy
- creative writing
- life coaching
Key Concepts
self‑questioning
search for meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “another life” mean to you?
- How do you confront boredom?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex feelings.
