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“If you want to make a difference, the next time you see someone being cruel to another human being, take it personally. Take it personally because it is personal!” (p 272)” quote by Brené Brown
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“If you want to make a difference, the next time you see someone being cruel to another human being, take it personally. Take it personally because it is personal!” (p 272)”

Brené Brown

About This Quote

Source Book: Dare to Lead, 2018, p.272

Encourages personal responsibility when witnessing cruelty, treating it as a personal affront.

In simple terms: Take personal ownership of confronting cruelty.

Key Takeaway

Act against injustice personally.

Themes

empathy justice personal responsibility

Mood

determined compassionate

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace bullying
  • online harassment
  • public discrimination
  • family conflict

Key Concepts

courage social accountability human dignity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you intervene safely?
  • What boundaries protect you while acting?
A Different Perspective

Personal involvement may risk safety or burnout.

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