Best friend Quote by Angie Thomas
““With everything that’s going on, what can she say? “Sekani saw cops harass his daddy, but he’s doing so well in school. #ProudMom.” Or, “Starr saw her best friend die, keep her in your prayers, but my baby made the honor roll again. #Blessed.” Or even, “Tanks are rolling by outside, but Seven’s been accepted into six colleges so far. #HeIsGoingPlaces.””
About This Quote
Source Social Media Post, 2023, Twitter
People juxtapose personal achievements with broader suffering, often trivializing pain
In simple terms: Comparing personal success to others' hardships can be insensitive
Key Takeaway
Be mindful of context when sharing triumphs
Themes
social media
empathy
comparison
Mood
empathetic
cautious
Type
reflective
social
When to use this quote
- celebration posts
- tragedy news
- personal milestones
Key Concepts
privilege
narrative framing
social awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you celebrate without minimizing others?
- What balance respects both joy and grief?
A Different Perspective
Risk of appearing tone-deaf or insensitive
