Quote by Andy Kaufman

My mother sent me to psychiatrists since the age of four because she didn't think little boys should be sad. When my brother was born, I stared out the window for days. Can you imagine that?

My mother sent me to psychiatrists since the age of four bec

Summary

This quote highlights the emotional neglect and conditional love experienced by the speaker as a child. Their mother's refusal to acknowledge the speaker's sadness and send them to psychiatrists at a young age implies a disregard for their emotional well-being. The speaker's response to the birth of their brother, staring out the window for days, suggests feelings of sadness, loneliness, or even jealousy. It highlights the significant impact that neglect and unmet emotional needs can have on a person's development, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and addressing emotions in childhood.

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By Andy Kaufman

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