Cruel Quote by Lesley Kagen
““People can be so cruel to the different.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Last Chance”, 2015
People often mistreat those who are different, revealing prejudice and fear of otherness.
In simple terms: Cruelty toward difference.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy for the unfamiliar.
Themes
prejudice
empathy
diversity
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
social
ethical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- school
- community events
- online interactions
Key Concepts
social psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we fear difference?
- How can we practice inclusive behavior?
A Different Perspective
Bias can be unconscious.
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