I don't like the feeling of being 'had'. Nobody does. It…
““I don't like the feeling of being 'had'. Nobody does. It has long been my inclination to take the people I meet at face value, and I believe that I tend to grant others the kindness and attention I would ask of them. I'm not so full of myself that I'm not aware when I have failed to live up to this creed, but when I see the same failing in others, particularly when it is through malice, I get a little... peeved.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Treat others with kindness and honesty, and feel upset when they act maliciously.
In simple terms: Be kind, expect kindness, dislike malice.
Key Takeaway
Practice empathy, call out malice.
Themes
kindness
integrity
empathy
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- customer service
- teamwork
- friendships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
social behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance kindness with self‑respect?
- When should you confront malicious behavior?
A Different Perspective
People may misinterpret kindness as weakness.