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“Curses, like chickens, always come home to roost.” quote by English Proverb
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“Curses, like chickens, always come home to roost.”

English Proverb

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Source Proverb: English folk saying, unknown origin

A bad action will eventually return to affect the doer, often in an unexpected way.

In simple terms: Bad deeds come back to you.

Key Takeaway

Avoid harmful behavior.

Themes

morality consequences karma

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

advice folk wisdom

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • business decisions
  • political actions

Key Concepts

cause and effect retribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions might you be overlooking?
  • How do you handle the fallout of past mistakes?
A Different Perspective

It may not be immediate, and some consequences are indirect.

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