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Meanness Quote by Billie Letts

“Then tell them we've all got meanness in us...But tell them we have some good in us too. And the only thing worth living for is the good. That's why we've got to make sure we pass it on.” quote by Billie Letts
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““Then tell them we've all got meanness in us...But tell them we have some good in us too. And the only thing worth living for is the good. That's why we've got to make sure we pass it on.””

Billie Letts

About This Quote

Human nature contains both cruelty and kindness; the purpose of life is to nurture and transmit goodness.

In simple terms: We all have good and bad; share the good.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate and pass on goodness.

Themes

morality human nature purpose kindness

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

moral motivational

When to use this quote

  • family
  • community projects
  • education

Key Concepts

ethics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions can you take to spread goodness?
  • How do you confront the meanness within?
A Different Perspective

Goodness alone may not sustain life without addressing evil.

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