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“It's also worth noting that, when you meet someone, you never ask if he's right- or left-handed. After all: Does it really matter to anyone other than the person holding the pen?” quote by Jodi Picoult
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““It's also worth noting that, when you meet someone, you never ask if he's right- or left-handed. After all: Does it really matter to anyone other than the person holding the pen?””

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015

The quote highlights that trivial differences, like handedness, are irrelevant to others and shouldn't affect judgment of a person.

In simple terms: Minor traits don't matter to others.

Key Takeaway

Focus on meaningful qualities, not superficial traits.

Themes

acceptance individuality judgment

Mood

thoughtful neutral

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meeting new people
  • team building
  • customer service
  • networking

Key Concepts

social perception identity bias empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you judge others by superficial traits?
  • How can you value deeper qualities?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook cultural or practical implications of differences.

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