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“I've never met anyone who is seriously bad.” quote by Nick Hornby
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“I've never met anyone who is seriously bad.”

Nick Hornby

About This Quote

Source Novel: High Fidelity by Nick Hornby, 1995

People are generally decent; severe badness is rare.

In simple terms: Most people are not truly evil.

Key Takeaway

Assume goodwill in others.

Themes

human nature morality optimism

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • interpersonal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • teamwork
  • leadership

Key Concepts

Ethics social perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we recognize genuine malice?
  • What biases affect our judgment of others?
A Different Perspective

Bad behavior may be hidden or contextual, not absolute.

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