Be good Quote by John Bradshaw
“Evil is a source of moral intelligence in the sense that we need to learn from our shadow, from our dark side, in order to be good.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Healing the Shame that Binds You, 1988
Our darker aspects teach moral lessons; confronting shadow parts builds true goodness.
In simple terms: Darkness teaches us how to be good.
Key Takeaway
Embrace and learn from your shadow.
Themes
self‑awareness
growth
morality
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
psychological
spiritual
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- self‑reflection
- coaching
Key Concepts
shadow work
integrative psychology
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What shadow aspect can you learn from?
- How does confronting it improve your actions?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on darkness may cause pessimism.
