The book "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky has resonated with readers worldwide. Its unique perspective on adolescence, friendship, love, and self-discovery provides a treasure trove of memorable quotes. In this article, we will explore various aspects of the novel through 10 different subtitles, each containing 12 poignant quotes that highlight the depth and beauty of this coming-of-age story. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the book, these quotes will leave you inspired and reflective.
Friendship Quotes
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
“And in that moment, I swear we were infinite.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
“It's strange because sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.”
“I am very interested and fascinated how everyone loves each other, but no one really likes each other.”
“And I could see this boy doing his homework and thinking about his answer and wondering if anyone would ever like him.”
“It's just that sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
“I guess we are who we are for a lot of reasons. And maybe we'll never know most of them.”
“And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“So, this is my life. And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“I just want you to know that you're very special... and the only reason I'm telling you is that I don't know if anyone else ever has.”
“He’s a wallflower. You see things. You keep quiet about them. And you understand.”
Love Quotes
“He's my whole world.”
“I would die for you. But I won't live for you.”
“You can't just sit there and put everybody's lives ahead of yours and think that counts as love.”
“You have to do things.”
“I think that if I ever have kids and they are upset, I won't tell them that people are starving in China or anything like that because it wouldn't change the fact that they were upset.”
“I'd make them chocolate chip cookies and let them cry.”
“I just want to make sure that when I look back, I’ll know who I am.”
“I think that if I ever have kids and they are upset, I won't tell them that people are starving in China or anything like that because it wouldn't change the fact that they were upset”
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
“You see things. You keep quiet about them. And you understand.”
“It's much easier not to know things sometimes.”
“So, if this does end up being my last letter, please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
Life Quotes
“This moment will just be another story someday.”
“Even if we don't have the power to choose where we come from, we can still choose where we go from there.”
“Please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“Sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
“Just tell me how to be different in a way that makes sense.”
“In that moment, I swear we were infinite.”
“Try to be a filter, not a sponge.”
“You can't put your life on hold for somebody else.”
“So, this is my life.”
“I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“Don't let your mind stop you from having a good time.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
Self-Discovery Quotes
“It's just that I don't want to be somebody's crush. I want people to like the real me.”
“So, this is my life.”
“I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
“And in that moment, I swear we were infinite.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
“It's strange because sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.”
“I am very interested and fascinated how everyone loves each other, but no one really likes each other.”
“And I could see this boy doing his homework and thinking about his answer and wondering if anyone would ever like him.”
“It's just that sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
“I guess we are who we are for a lot of reasons. And maybe we'll never know most of them.”
Adolescence Quotes
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
“And in that moment, I swear we were infinite.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
“It's strange because sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.”
“I am very interested and fascinated by how everyone loves each other, but no one really likes each other.”
“And I could see this boy doing his homework and thinking about his answer and wondering if anyone would ever like him.”
“It's just that sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
“I guess we are who we are for a lot of reasons. And maybe we'll never know most of them.”
“So, this is my life. And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“I just want you to know that you're very special... and the only reason I'm telling you is that I don't know if anyone else ever has.”
“He’s a wallflower. You see things. You keep quiet about them. And you understand.”
“Sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.”
Emotional Quotes
“I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“So, this is my life. And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“I just want you to know that you're very special... and the only reason I'm telling you is that I don't know if anyone else ever has.”
“We're all infinite.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
“I think that if I ever have kids and they are upset, I won't tell them that people are starving in China or anything like that because it wouldn't change the fact that they were upset.”
“I'd make them chocolate chip cookies and let them cry.”
“Just tell me how to be different in a way that makes sense.”
“It’s much easier not to know things sometimes.”
“Please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“Don't let your mind stop you from having a good time.”
“Even if we don't have the power to choose where we come from, we can still choose where we go from there.”
Insightful Quotes
“You can't just sit there and put everybody's lives ahead of yours and think that counts as love.”
“You have to do things.”
“It's much easier not to know things sometimes.”
“Try to be a filter, not a sponge.”
“You can't put your life on hold for somebody else.”
“Sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
“Don't let your mind stop you from having a good time.”
“Just tell me how to be different in a way that makes sense.”
“Even if we don't have the power to choose where we come from, we can still choose where we go from there.”
“Please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
Inspirational Quotes
“So, this is my life. And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“Even if we don't have the power to choose where we come from, we can still choose where we go from there.”
“Please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“So, if this does end up being my last letter, please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“I guess we are who we are for a lot of reasons. And maybe we'll never know most of them.”
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
“Don't let your mind stop you from having a good time.”
“Just tell me how to be different in a way that makes sense.”
“And in that moment, I swear we were infinite.”
“You can't just sit there and put everybody's lives ahead of yours and think that counts as love.”
“You have to do things.”
“Sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
Reflective Quotes
“It's strange because sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.”
“You can't just sit there and put everybody's lives ahead of yours and think that counts as love.”
“You have to do things.”
“You can't put your life on hold for somebody else.”
“Try to be a filter, not a sponge.”
“I think that if I ever have kids and they are upset, I won't tell them that people are starving in China or anything like that because it wouldn't change the fact that they were upset.”
“I'd make them chocolate chip cookies and let them cry.”
“Please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“Just tell me how to be different in a way that makes sense.”
“Don't let your mind stop you from having a good time.”
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
“And in that moment, I swear we were infinite.”
Tranquil Quotes
“So, this is my life. And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.”
“I just want you to know that you're very special... and the only reason I'm telling you is that I don't know if anyone else ever has.”
“We're all infinite.”
“It’s much easier not to know things sometimes.”
“Please believe that things are good with me, and even when they're not, they will be soon enough.”
“Don't let your mind stop you from having a good time.”
“Just tell me how to be different in a way that makes sense.”
“Even if we don't have the power to choose where we come from, we can still choose where we go from there.”
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”
“You have to do things.”
“You see things. You keep quiet about them. And you understand.”
“Sometimes people use thought to not participate in life.”
Final words
The "Perks of Being a Wallflower" serves as a mirror to our own experiences, reflections, and growth. Each quote touches a different aspect of human life, echoing the myriad emotions we go through as we navigate our personal journeys. Through friendship, love, life, self-discovery, adolescence, and more, the book encapsulates what it means to be human in a beautifully raw and honest way. The quotes you've just read are not merely words but life lessons that remind us of the infinite value of our shared human experience. As we see how Charlie, the protagonist, navigates his high school years, we reflect on our own paths, realizing that it's okay to feel both happy and sad as we continue to understand and grow. Embrace these quotes, allow them to resonate with you, and remember that in the end, we are all infinite.
