Boys Quote by Patrick Ness
“Cept for Ben, who I can’t describe much further without seeming soft and stupid and like a boy, so I won’t, just to say that I never knew my pa, but if you woke up one day and had a choice of picking one from a selecshun, if someone said, here, then, boy, pick who you want, then Ben wouldn’t be the worst choice you could make that morning.”
About This Quote
The speaker suggests that choosing Ben as a companion would be a safe, non‑worst option, despite limited knowledge about him.
In simple terms: Ben is a decent, safe choice.
Key Takeaway
Choosing a known, modest option can be preferable to unknown risks.
Themes
choice
uncertainty
relationships
risk assessment
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
personal reflection
When to use this quote
- selecting a teammate for a project
- picking a roommate
- choosing a partner in a dating app
Key Concepts
decision theory
social perception
Practical Applications
- evaluate known qualities before deciding
- avoid over‑analysis when options are similar
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a 'safe' choice appealing?
- How does limited information affect our decisions?
