Be kind Quote by Bryan Cranston
“We've been trained since kindergarten: Be nice, be kind, share, put on a smile. So we're conditioned to squash our natural selfish instincts, and that's the right thing for society.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Office (US) cast interview, 2010
Society teaches children to suppress selfish instincts in favor of kindness, presenting it as socially correct.
In simple terms: Kids are taught to be kind over selfish.
Key Takeaway
Teach kindness, balance self-interest.
Themes
social conditioning
kindness
selfishness
education
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- workplace culture
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Key Concepts
psychology
social norms
child development
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Questions to Reflect On
- When is selfishness beneficial?
- How can we balance kindness with self-care?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on selflessness can hinder healthy self-advocacy.
