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It's no use to worry about what people think. I never do…

“It's no use to worry about what people think. I never do. I used to. But when I saw that they'd really rather think wrong than right I gave it up.” quote by Margaret Kennedy
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“It's no use to worry about what people think. I never do. I used to. But when I saw that they'd really rather think wrong than right I gave it up.”

Margaret Kennedy

About This Quote

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

The narrator dismisses concern over others’ opinions, noting that people often prefer falsehoods over truth, leading to personal resignation.

In simple terms: Ignore others’ judgments; they may choose falsehood.

Key Takeaway

Don’t let others’ opinions dictate you.

Themes

independence conformity truth resignation

Mood

reflective defiant

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

social pressure personal integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it wise to consider others’ views?
  • How do you discern truth from comforting lies?
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