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“He has a passport," my classmates would whisper. "Quick, let's run before he judges us!” quote by David Sedaris
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““He has a passport," my classmates would whisper. "Quick, let's run before he judges us!””

David Sedaris

About This Quote

Source Short Story: “The Passport,” David Sedaris, 2005

People fear judgment and try to escape it, often by fleeing.

In simple terms: Fear of judgment leads to avoidance.

Key Takeaway

Confront judgments directly.

Themes

fear identity social pressure

Mood

anxious empathetic

Type

narrative social

When to use this quote

  • school hallway
  • online forum
  • immigration checkpoint
  • family dinner

Key Concepts

psychology group dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would happen if you faced the judgment?
  • How can you support others feeling judged?
A Different Perspective

Running away can reinforce fear.

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