Smile Quote by Hannah Kent
“When did a smile ever get anyone into trouble?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Once and Future Witches, 2020
The rhetorical question suggests that smiling is harmless and cannot cause trouble, challenging the idea that positivity is risky.
In simple terms: Smiling is harmless and cannot cause trouble.
Smile without fear of consequences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- public speaking
- social media
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When can positivity be problematic?
- How do cultures view smiling?
Smiles can be misinterpreted.