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“D’you know what happens when you hurt people?’ Ammu said. ‘When you hurt people, they begin to love you less. That’s what careless words do. They make people love you a little less.” quote by Arundhati Roy
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““D’you know what happens when you hurt people?’ Ammu said. ‘When you hurt people, they begin to love you less. That’s what careless words do. They make people love you a little less.””

Arundhati Roy

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Careless words damage relationships, causing people to love you less.

In simple terms: Words can erode love.

Key Takeaway

Speak mindfully to preserve relationships.

Themes

communication relationships carefulness

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • friendships
  • family
  • workplace
  • conflicts

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you regret spoken words?
  • What steps can you take to speak more kindly?
A Different Perspective

May be hard to change habits.

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