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End of the day Quote by Arundhati Roy

“the end of the day we’re all animals. We need to be shown our pee ell a see ee. A little clarity will go a long way towards helping all the concerned parties. You will be doing her a favour for which she will, one day, be grateful. Believe me, I speak from experience.’ R.C. often dropped his voice…” quote by Arundhati Roy
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““the end of the day we’re all animals. We need to be shown our pee ell a see ee. A little clarity will go a long way towards helping all the concerned parties. You will be doing her a favour for which she will, one day, be grateful. Believe me, I speak from experience.’ R.C. often dropped his voice mid-sentence and spelled out random words, as though he was hoodwinking an imaginary eavesdropper who didn’t know how to spell.””

Arundhati Roy

About This Quote

Source Novel: The God of Small Things, 1997

People often hide behind vague language; clear, honest communication reveals true intentions and builds trust.

In simple terms: Clarity builds trust.

Key Takeaway

Speak plainly to avoid misunderstandings.

Themes

communication trust honesty

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • family discussions
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance honesty with kindness?
  • When is vague language appropriate?
A Different Perspective

If clarity is too blunt, it may hurt feelings.

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