Arabian Quote by Pat Condell
“On the other hand, and let's face it, there's always another hand, unless you're a Saudi Arabian shoplifter of course, hurt feelings can be quite traumatic. I've heard that it can take seconds, sometimes even minutes, to get over it.”
About This Quote
Source Comedy Routine: Stand‑up Show, 2015
The speaker humorously notes that emotional hurt is common and can be brief, contrasting it with absurd scenarios.
In simple terms: Emotional pain is common and often short‑lived.
Don’t overreact to minor slights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal conflicts
- online debates
- casual conversations
- media consumption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes certain hurts more lasting?
- How does humor affect coping?
Some emotional wounds may linger longer than suggested.