Bad thing Quote by Jill Hathaway
““When my teacher woke me up, I stared into her face, terrified she'd know about the bad thing I'd just been doing. But then I realized everyone was doing bad things.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Personal Essay, 2021
Fear of judgment leads us to think we’re alone in wrongdoing, but many share similar flaws.
In simple terms: We’re not alone in making mistakes.
Recognize shared humanity in errors.
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When to use this quote
- school settings
- workplace
- online communities
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does realizing others err affect your guilt?
- What can you do to reduce fear of judgment?
Assuming uniqueness can increase shame.