Evil Quote by Phyllis Bottome
“We do good by ourselves, but we seldom do wrong alone.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Mortal Storm by Phyllis Bottome, 1937
Individual virtue is easy, but moral failure often spreads through group influence and peer pressure.
In simple terms: People act better alone; bad actions need company.
Key Takeaway
Beware of group dynamics that enable wrongdoing.
Themes
ethics
social influence
responsibility
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
observational
ethical
When to use this quote
- team projects
- political movements
- online communities
- workplace decisions
Key Concepts
conformity
collective behavior
moral psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does peer pressure shape your choices?
- When have you resisted a harmful group norm?
A Different Perspective
Group pressure can also foster positive actions, not just negative ones.
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