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“When people bully us, we are complicit in it in some way. We do allow it to happen to some extent.” quote by Martin Freeman
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“When people bully us, we are complicit in it in some way. We do allow it to happen to some extent.”

Martin Freeman

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast, 2021

Complicity arises when we ignore bullying, allowing it to continue.

In simple terms: Ignoring bullying lets it persist.

Key Takeaway

Speak up against bullying.

Themes

responsibility ethics social behavior

Mood

concerned motivated

Type

advice ethical

When to use this quote

  • schools
  • online forums
  • workplaces
  • social media

Key Concepts

bystander effect moral courage community standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do safely to intervene?
  • How does silence enable harm?
A Different Perspective

Speaking up can risk personal backlash.

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