Coldness Quote by Jennifer Egan
“They were snobs or idiots or both...yet she was inexplicably crushed by their coldness.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Visit from the Goon Squad, 2010
Describes social exclusion and its crushing emotional impact on an individual.
In simple terms: Social rejection can deeply wound a person.
Key Takeaway
Be mindful of how exclusion harms others.
Themes
social dynamics
exclusion
emotional pain
Mood
empathetic
critical
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- workplace
- school
- online communities
- friend groups
Key Concepts
psychology
group behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we sometimes exclude others?
- How can we create more inclusive environments?
A Different Perspective
People may rationalize exclusion as justified.
