Given a chance Quote by Chris Cannon
““Sad, but true. Maybe I’ll spill something on him in Foods class, or accidentally stab him with a knife.” And I might have stabbed him, given a chance, but he wasn’t in Foods class.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: Unnamed Narrative, 2008
A dark, impulsive fantasy about harming a classmate, reflecting violent thoughts.
In simple terms: Violent fantasies can surface in mundane settings.
Key Takeaway
Address underlying aggression.
Themes
violence
fantasy
school life
Mood
disturbing
serious
Type
warning
psychological
When to use this quote
- counseling
- school safety
- mental health awareness
Key Concepts
psychology
impulse control
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers such thoughts?
- How can schools intervene safely?
A Different Perspective
Violence must be prevented, not glorified.
