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Betrayal Quote by Margaret Atwood

“The moment of betrayal is the worst, the moment when you know beyond any doubt that you've been betrayed: that some other human being has wished you that much evil” quote by Margaret Atwood
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“The moment of betrayal is the worst, the moment when you know beyond any doubt that you've been betrayed: that some other human being has wished you that much evil”

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Handmaid's Tale, 1985

Betrayal is profoundly painful because it reveals deliberate malice from another person.

In simple terms: Betrayal hurts due to intentional harm.

Key Takeaway

Guard trust and assess motives.

Themes

betrayal trust malice pain

Mood

somber reflective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • friendships

Key Concepts

psychology interpersonal dynamics ethical betrayal

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who have you forgiven?
  • How can you protect yourself?
A Different Perspective

Some betrayals stem from misunderstanding.

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