Of all the bewildering things about a new country, the absence of human landmarks is one of the most depressing and disheartening.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- In a new place, not seeing signs of other people makes you feel sad and discouraged. Human landmarks give a sense of familiarity and connection.
- In plain terms
- A new place feels depressing without signs of other people.
- What can you take from it?
- Human presence provides comfort and orientation in new environments.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a place feel like home to you?
- How do you handle feeling lost in a new place?
Another view
Some people find comfort in solitude rather than human presence.
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