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“A good person. Not a bad resolution to make, in dark times.” quote by J.M. Coetzee
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““A good person. Not a bad resolution to make, in dark times.””

J.M. Coetzee

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Paris Review, 2005

He suggests that being a good person is a worthwhile resolution, especially in dark times.

In simple terms: Kindness is a valuable choice during hardship.

Key Takeaway

Choose goodness.

Themes

ethics resilience humanity

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict zones
  • personal crises
  • leadership

Key Concepts

moral philosophy adversity personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does being a good person mean to you?
  • How can kindness affect difficult situations?
A Different Perspective

Goodness alone may not solve systemic problems.

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