Communication Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“Conversations I have had with school principals and students lead me to the same conclusion-that...there is an evil and growing habit of profanity and the use of foul and filthy language.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2002
Profanity is spreading in schools, eroding respectful communication and moral standards.
In simple terms: Bad language is increasing in schools.
Key Takeaway
Promote respectful speech and set clear language policies.
Themes
respect
communication
morality
education
culture
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- Classroom management
- parent-teacher meetings
- school policy drafting
- student counseling
Key Concepts
Social influence
behavioral norms
language development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools model positive language?
- What incentives encourage respectful speech?
A Different Perspective
Students may resist change if peers reinforce profanity.
