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Care Quote by Robert Burns

“If naebody care for me,I'll care for naebody.” quote by Robert Burns
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“If naebody care for me,I'll care for naebody.”

Robert Burns

About This Quote

Source Poem: A Red, Red Rose, 1794

The speaker declares reciprocal care, suggesting that if others neglect him, he will extend care to anyone else.

In simple terms: Will care for others if no one cares for him.

Key Takeaway

Offer unconditional care.

Themes

compassion reciprocity loneliness human connection self‑reliance

Mood

empathetic reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community building
  • mental health
  • social work

Key Concepts

altruism social contract emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance self‑care with caring for others?
  • What motivates you to help strangers?
A Different Perspective

Unconditional care may be unsustainable without support.

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