Cooperation Quote by Orson Scott Card
“there were crimes and quarrels, alongside kindness and cooperation; there were people who loved each other and people who did not; it was a human world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, 1985
Human existence contains both conflict and compassion, showing the duality of nature.
In simple terms: People experience both good and bad.
Key Takeaway
Accept the complexity of humanity.
Themes
conflict
compassion
humanity
duality
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
observational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance empathy with self‑preservation?
- What role does kindness play in conflict?
A Different Perspective
Human nature also includes cooperation beyond conflict.
