My home is not a place, it is people.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Home is defined by the people around you rather than a physical location.
- In plain terms
- You feel at home with people not in a building.
- What can you take from it?
- Community defines where you belong.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a place feel like home to you?
- Who are the people you feel closest to?
Another view
Physical safety and shelter are also necessary for a true sense of home.
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