Bad thing Quote by Libba Bray
“My platform's called Don't Even Think About It. I go to schools and I say, 'Whatever bad thing it is you're thinking of doing, don't even think about it. 'Cause I can see into your soul, and I will hide in your closet and come for you in the night, and the last sound you ever hear will be my sharp teeth popping through the flesh of my gums, ready to eat you.' Their eyes get all big. It's awesome. I love little kids, man. They're the cutest”
About This Quote
Source Novel excerpt, 2018
The speaker warns children not to think about bad deeds, threatening them with a terrifying monster.
In simple terms: Fear is used to deter wrongdoing.
Key Takeaway
Use positive guidance over fear.
Themes
fear
control
manipulation
Mood
eerie
dark
Type
psychological
cautionary
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- child psychology
- security training
Key Concepts
Psychological intimidation
behavioral deterrence
Questions to Reflect On
- What are healthier ways to teach right from wrong?
- How does fear affect child development?
A Different Perspective
Fear can cause trauma and mistrust.
![“That happened when I was a freshman in high school. The guy reading it [the Bible] was dating my older sister. I thought he was the cutest thing that had ever happened in Nashville. He was nine years older than me and I thought, 'Mimi, I hate to do this to you, but I'm going to steal this guy…” quote by Amy Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aa1/amy-grant-7285_bible_that-happened-when-i-was-a-freshman-in-h_342121.jpg)
