Hurt Quote by Linda Sarsour
“What's wrong is wrong, and that's absolutely acceptable, and I understand that people get hurt by things that people say that are hurtful, and we should be able to say that when someone says something that hurts us, that it hurts us.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public interview, year unknown
It is acceptable that people get hurt by hurtful words, and we should acknowledge that pain when it occurs.
In simple terms: Hurtful words cause pain, and we should admit it.
Validate others' feelings when hurtful language is used.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- online discussions
- workplace feedback
- community mediation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can we take to reduce hurtful speech?
- How can we balance free expression with emotional safety?
Acknowledging hurt may not prevent future harm without addressing underlying causes.