Accused Quote by Ann Patchett
“I have been accused of being a Pollyanna, but I think there are plenty of people dealing with the darker side of human nature, and if I am going to write about people who are kind and generous and loving and thoughtful, so what? In my life I have met astonishingly good people.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2022 literary discussion, The New Yorker
The author defends focusing on kindness despite humanity’s darkness, noting many good people exist.
In simple terms: Focus on kindness even when darkness is present.
Key Takeaway
Celebrate kindness.
Themes
kindness
optimism
human nature
literature
balance
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- teaching
- community building
- mental health support
- storytelling
Key Concepts
narrative
humanism
optimism
realism
Questions to Reflect On
- What role should negativity play in storytelling?
- How can we acknowledge darkness without losing hope?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on positivity may ignore real problems.
