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Feel sorry Quote by Anne Frank

“Everyone expects me to apologize, but this is not something I can apologize for, because I told the truth, and sooner or later Mother was bound to find out anyway. I seem to be indifferent to Mother’s tears and Father’s glances, and I am, because both of them are now feeling what I’ve always felt…” quote by Anne Frank
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““Everyone expects me to apologize, but this is not something I can apologize for, because I told the truth, and sooner or later Mother was bound to find out anyway. I seem to be indifferent to Mother’s tears and Father’s glances, and I am, because both of them are now feeling what I’ve always felt. I can only feel sorry for Mother, who will have to decide what her attitude should be all by herself. For my part, I will continue to remain silent and aloof, and I don’t intend to shrink from the truth, because the longer it’s postponed, the harder it will be for them to accept it when they do hear it!””

Anne Frank

About This Quote

Source Diary: The Diary of a Young Girl, 1947

She chooses truth over appeasement, accepting the pain it causes others while staying silent to avoid further harm.

In simple terms: Truth over comfort, even if it hurts loved ones.

Key Takeaway

Speak truth, accept consequences.

Themes

truth family responsibility

Mood

conflicted determined

Type

reflective ethical

When to use this quote

  • family conflict
  • moral dilemmas
  • personal integrity

Key Concepts

ethical integrity emotional burden

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is honesty always the best policy?
  • How can one balance truth with compassion?
A Different Perspective

Silence may prolong suffering for all involved.

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