Comedy Quote by Daphne du Maurier
““My complaint is universal, and has been so through the ages, an excuse for jest and hilarious laughter from earliest times, until one of us oversteps the mark and becomes a menace to society. Then we are given the boot. The passerby averts his gaze, and we are left to crawl out of the ditch alone, or stay there and die.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier, 1938
Society often ostracizes those who cross boundaries, leaving them isolated and vulnerable.
In simple terms: Crossing societal lines leads to isolation.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harming others; respect norms.
Themes
conformity
isolation
social judgment
Mood
sad
reflective
Type
cautionary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- workplace bullying
- public shaming
- online harassment
- personal reputation
Key Concepts
power dynamics
social exclusion
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt judged for being different?
- How can you support someone marginalized?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone who breaks rules becomes a menace; context matters.
