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“Ob raised an eyebrow. “You don’t think he did the right thing, do you?” “It was the right thing,” said Dolan. “It’s just that sometimes the right thing comes back to haunt you.” ***” quote by Glenn G. Thater
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““Ob raised an eyebrow. “You don’t think he did the right thing, do you?” “It was the right thing,” said Dolan. “It’s just that sometimes the right thing comes back to haunt you.” ***””

Glenn G. Thater

About This Quote

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

Doing the right thing can later bring unforeseen consequences that linger.

In simple terms: Right actions may haunt you later.

Key Takeaway

Accept that good deeds can have complex fallout.

Themes

ethics consequences reflection

Mood

thoughtful somber

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • legal judgments
  • relationship dynamics

Key Concepts

moral complexity psychological burden

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile a good deed with later negative effects?
  • When should you reconsider a decision that seems right?
A Different Perspective

The “right” choice isn’t always clear‑cut; context matters.

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