Boss Quote by Suketu Mehta
“If you are late for work in Mumbai and reach the station just as the train is leaving the platform, don't despair. You can run up to the packed compartments and find many hands unfolding like petals to pull you on board. And while you will probably have to hang on to the door frame with your fingertips, you are still grateful for the empathy of your fellow passengers, already packed tighter than cattle, their shirts drenched with sweat in the badly ventilated compartment. They know that your boss might yell at you or cut your pay if you miss this train.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Maximum City by Suketu Mehta, 2004
In a chaotic Mumbai commute, strangers help each other board a departing train, showing collective empathy despite cramped conditions.
In simple terms: People help each other in stressful situations.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate everyday kindness.
Themes
community
empathy
urban life
solidarity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
narrative
observational
When to use this quote
- commuting
- rush hour
- public transport
- tight deadlines
Key Concepts
social psychology
collective behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you respond if you were the one helping?
- What does this reveal about urban solidarity?
A Different Perspective
Help may be limited by personal safety concerns.
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