Good intentions Quote by Miranda July
““It wasn't good, he wasn't good, he did not have good intentions. I stood there, and he stood there. He breathed out the bitter air that makes women doubt everything, and I breathed it in, as I had always done.””
About This Quote
A narrator observes a man's malevolent presence, feeling compelled to absorb his toxic influence despite recognizing its harmfulness.
In simple terms: Absorbing toxic influence despite recognizing its harm.
Key Takeaway
People can be drawn to harmful influences even when aware of them.
Themes
power dynamics
gender relations
psychological manipulation
self-awareness
toxic relationships
Mood
uneasy
reflective
cynical
Type
narrative
observation
When to use this quote
- witnessing a manipulative partner
- being in a hostile workplace
- observing a charismatic but harmful leader
- experiencing societal misogyny
- confronting internalized doubt
Key Concepts
intention
perception
vulnerability
social pressure
Practical Applications
- critical self‑reflection
- setting boundaries to avoid toxic influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we recognize when we are internalizing harmful attitudes?
- What steps can break the cycle of absorbing negativity?
![“The thing I am most interested in is power relations - it is so easy in a relationship like that [of an artist and a gallery manager], to imagine that the other person is living a perfect life.” quote by Miranda July](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7d7/miranda-july-1600_easy_the-thing-i-am-most-interested-in-is-pow_70745.jpg)
