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“Would it bother you?” I asked before I could stop myself. “Would what bother me?” Magnus returned and when I didn’t answer, he shot me a hard look. “Do you mean, would it bother me if Matty was gay?” I’d clearly pissed him off and I suddenly wished I’d had the sense to just keep my damn mouth shut.” quote by Sloane Kennedy
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““Would it bother you?” I asked before I could stop myself. “Would what bother me?” Magnus returned and when I didn’t answer, he shot me a hard look. “Do you mean, would it bother me if Matty was gay?” I’d clearly pissed him off and I suddenly wished I’d had the sense to just keep my damn mouth shut.””

Sloane Kennedy

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unknown (fictional dialogue)

A person hesitates to speak truthfully, fearing social backlash, especially regarding sensitive topics like sexuality.

In simple terms: Fear of speaking truth about sexuality

Key Takeaway

Speak honestly, even when uncomfortable.

Themes

honesty social pressure identity communication

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

narrative dialogue

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • family discussions
  • L debates

Key Concepts

censorship fear acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you avoided truth to keep peace?
  • How can you address sensitive topics respectfully?
A Different Perspective

Speaking may cause conflict or alienation.

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