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“I think better of our behaviour as individuals than I do when we see ourselves as members of a group. It's when people start forming groups that we have to watch our backs.” quote by John Irving
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“I think better of our behaviour as individuals than I do when we see ourselves as members of a group. It's when people start forming groups that we have to watch our backs.”

John Irving

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The World According to Garp”, 1978

Group identity often suppresses individual morality, leading to distrust.

In simple terms: Groups can erode personal ethics.

Key Takeaway

Stay true to personal values despite group pressure.

Themes

ethics group dynamics trust individualism

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace politics
  • social movements
  • team projects

Key Concepts

sociology morality psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you compromised for a group?
  • How can you balance loyalty and integrity?
A Different Perspective

Collective thinking can blind ethical judgment.

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