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Mean Quote by Jim Goad

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““Mean people suck””

About This Quote

Mean people are undesirable and harmful to others.

In simple terms: Mean people are bad.

Key Takeaway

Avoid or confront negativity.

Themes

behavior ethics social interaction

Mood

critical direct

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

workplace
online communities
personal relationships

Key Concepts

morality psychology

Questions to Reflect On

Why do people act mean?
Can meanness be changed?

A Different Perspective

Not all meanness is intentional.

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