Around the corner Quote by Lisa Ko
““Always be prepared, she liked to say. Never rely on anyone else to give you things you could get yourself. She despised laziness, softness, people who were weak. She had few friends, but was true to the ones she had. She could hold a fierce grudge, would walk an extra three blocks to another grocery store because, two years ago, a cashier at the one around the corner had smirked at her lousy English. It was lousy, Deming agreed.””
About This Quote
Independence and self‑reliance are valued; laziness and weakness are scorned, and grudges can drive meticulous actions.
In simple terms: Be self‑reliant and avoid laziness.
Key Takeaway
Rely on yourself, not others.
Themes
self‑reliance
grudges
friendship
determination
Mood
determined
defiant
reflective
Type
advice
personal
When to use this quote
- shopping decisions
- language barriers
- personal vendettas
- friendship dynamics
Key Concepts
personal responsibility
resilience
trust
retribution
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust others enough?
- How do grudges affect your well‑being?
A Different Perspective
May lead to isolation and excessive retaliation.
