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Anger Quote by Sue Grafton

“You kill people you hate or you kill in rage or you kill to get even, but you don't kill someone you're indifferent to.” quote by Sue Grafton
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“You kill people you hate or you kill in rage or you kill to get even, but you don't kill someone you're indifferent to.”

Sue Grafton

About This Quote

People are motivated to kill when they feel hatred, rage, or a desire for revenge, but not when they feel indifference.

In simple terms: Kill when emotions run strong, not when indifferent.

Key Takeaway

Recognize emotional triggers before acting.

Themes

violence emotion revenge

Mood

tense reflective

Type

cautionary psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • justice
  • self‑control

Key Concepts

psychology moral agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions drive your most extreme actions?
  • How can you channel anger constructively?
A Different Perspective

Indifference can also lead to neglect or passive harm.

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