--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: It can bum you out when your intentions…" description: "\"It can bum you out when your intentions aren't, like, translated properly.\" — Kesha" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/677/kesha-2015_intention_it-can-bum-you-out-when-your-intentions_1247098.jpg" --- # It can bum you out when your intentions aren't, like… ![“It can bum you out when your intentions aren't, like, translated properly.” quote by Kesha](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/677/kesha-2015_intention_it-can-bum-you-out-when-your-intentions_1247098.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/677/kesha-2015_intention_it-can-bum-you-out-when-your-intentions_1247098.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/677/kesha-2015_intention_it-can-bum-you-out-when-your-intentions_1247098.jpg) > “It can bum you out when your intentions aren't, like, translated properly.” [Kesha](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/kesha/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Miscommunication frustrates when intentions aren't clearly expressed. **In simple terms:** Clear communication prevents frustration. Key Takeaway Express intentions plainly. Themes communication clarity relationships Mood frustrated hopeful Type advice reflective When to use this quote - teamwork - personal relationships - public speaking Key Concepts empathy language skills Questions to Reflect On - How do you ensure clarity? - What steps improve mutual understanding? 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