Humans Quote by Charles Bukowski
““It didn’t pay to trust another human being. Humans didn’t have it, whatever it took. On””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 1970
Bukowski expresses distrust in humanity, implying that trust is futile and costly.
In simple terms: Trust in people is costly.
Key Takeaway
Question blind trust.
Themes
distrust
human nature
nihilism
Mood
skeptical
grim
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- business dealings
- personal relationships
- political negotiations
Key Concepts
Existentialism
cynicism
Questions to Reflect On
- When is trust justified?
- How does cynicism affect your wellbeing?
A Different Perspective
Total distrust can prevent meaningful connections.
