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“Not everything I dislike should be destroyed, some of it should simply be moved farther away.” quote by Ashleigh Brilliant
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“Not everything I dislike should be destroyed, some of it should simply be moved farther away.”

Ashleigh Brilliant

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book of Brilliant Ideas, 1995

Dislike doesn’t require destruction; distance can be a gentler solution.

In simple terms: Move unwanted things farther away instead of destroying.

Key Takeaway

Use distance to manage aversion.

Themes

conflict resolution tolerance creativity

Mood

witty thoughtful

Type

humorous philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • workspace organization
  • digital content curation
  • urban planning

Key Concepts

psychology problem solving humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is removal better than relocation?
  • How do you decide the appropriate distance for a problem?
A Different Perspective

Some issues may need active change rather than mere distance.

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