Good Quote by J. Kenner
““Sometimes bad is good.” “Bullshit. That’s what people say to alleviate their own guilt or justify their own weakness. Bad is bad. A is A.” “I didn’t realize we were discussing philosophy. Shall I counter with the teachings of Aristippus? He held that pleasure is the highest good.” His fingertip traces my collarbone. “And I want to be very, very good with you.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Pleasure Paradox”, 2023
People claim “bad is good” to excuse guilt, but philosophical debate shows pleasure isn’t always moral.
In simple terms: Bad isn’t automatically good.
Key Takeaway
Distinguish pleasure from moral justification.
Themes
ethics
pleasure
guilt
philosophy
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
skeptical
Type
dialogue
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- ethical debates
- self‑justification
- moral decision‑making
Key Concepts
moral relativism
hedonism
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes something “bad” or “good”?
- Can pleasure be a reliable moral guide?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure can be used to rationalize harmful behavior.
