Life Quote by Tahereh Mafi
““I don't consider myself a moral man. I do not philosophize about life or bother with laws and principles that govern most people. I do not pretend to know the difference between right and wrong. But I do live by a certain kind of code. And somethimes, I think, you have how to shoot first.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Shatter Me, 2011
Rejects formal morality, follows personal code, sometimes chooses aggression.
In simple terms: Personal code over formal morals.
Key Takeaway
Define your own ethical compass.
Themes
morality
personal code
violence
Mood
conflicted
intense
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- self‑defense
- team leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Existentialism
ethical relativism
self‑identity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is aggression justified?
- What guides your personal code?
A Different Perspective
Risk of justifying harmful actions.
