Good Quote by Margo Lanagan
““A good heart is when a girl that you loved, a girl who has pained you and chosen another instead, places in your hands the means to her own ruin. And you could tell it to everyone. But you keep silent, because you can do that, too, and a good heart would do that, a fine man, a man who truly loved her…Let her be lucky now."- A Good Heart.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “A Good Heart”, 2008
A compassionate person may hide painful truths to protect others, even when aware of their own ruin.
In simple terms: Kindness can mean staying silent.
Key Takeaway
Balance honesty with compassion.
Themes
compassion
silence
heartbreak
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- breakups
- family conflicts
- friendship betrayals
Key Concepts
ethical dilemmas
protective love
Questions to Reflect On
- When is silence kinder than truth?
- What are the costs of protecting others?
A Different Perspective
Silence may cause unresolved pain.
