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“MR. BROWNE'S SEPTEMBER PRECEPT: WHEN GIVEN THE CHOICE BETWEEN BEING RIGHT OR BEING KIND, CHOOSE KIND.” quote by R. J. Palacio
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““MR. BROWNE'S SEPTEMBER PRECEPT: WHEN GIVEN THE CHOICE BETWEEN BEING RIGHT OR BEING KIND, CHOOSE KIND.””

R. J. Palacio

About This Quote

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

Kindness should be chosen over being right; compassion outweighs ego in moral decisions.

In simple terms: Choose kindness, not just correctness.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize empathy in conflicts.

Themes

kindness ethics empathy

Mood

empathetic hopeful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family disagreements
  • workplace disputes
  • friendship challenges
  • customer service

Key Concepts

moral philosophy social interaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you chosen kindness over being right?
  • What are the costs of always being right?
A Different Perspective

Being kind may conflict with personal boundaries.

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