--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I suppose it's too bad people can't be a…" description: "\"I suppose it's too bad people can't be a little more consistent. But if they were, maybe they would stop being people.\" — Budd Schulberg" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/35d/budd-schulberg-22925_bad-people_i-suppose-it-s-too-bad-people-can-t-be-a_1697319.jpg" --- # I suppose it's too bad people can't be a little more… ![“I suppose it's too bad people can't be a little more consistent. But if they were, maybe they would stop being people.” quote by Budd Schulberg](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/35d/budd-schulberg-22925_bad-people_i-suppose-it-s-too-bad-people-can-t-be-a_1697319.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/35d/budd-schulberg-22925_bad-people_i-suppose-it-s-too-bad-people-can-t-be-a_1697319.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/35d/budd-schulberg-22925_bad-people_i-suppose-it-s-too-bad-people-can-t-be-a_1697319.jpg) > “I suppose it's too bad people can't be a little more consistent. But if they were, maybe they would stop being people.” [Budd Schulberg](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/budd-schulberg/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Inconsistent behavior undermines authenticity, potentially eroding humanity. **In simple terms:** Inconsistency can dehumanize. Key Takeaway Seek consistency in actions. Themes consistency authenticity humanity behavior Mood thoughtful critical Type philosophical ethical When to use this quote - personal relationships - leadership - social movements - ethical debates Key Concepts integrity philosophical existential existentialism Questions to Reflect On - What balance between flexibility and consistency is healthy? - How does inconsistency affect trust? 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