Quote by Quentin Crisp

I found that I had become so spinsterish that I was made neurotic not only by my life of domesticity but by the slightest derangement of my room. I would burst into a fit of weeping if the kettle was not facing due east.


I found that I had become so spinsterish that I was made neu

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's extreme level of perfectionism and sensitivity to their environment. Their excessive focus on the smallest details of their domestic life suggests an underlying neurosis, emphasizing their inability to cope with disruptions. The mention of the kettle needing to face a specific direction further illustrates their obsession with order and tranquility, to the point where even the slightest deviation is enough to trigger emotional distress. Overall, the quote emphasizes the speaker's portrayal of themselves as an overly fastidious and emotionally fragile individual.

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Life
By Quentin Crisp
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