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“It was nice to hear the voices of little children at play, provided you took care to be far enough away not to hear what they were actually saying.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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“It was nice to hear the voices of little children at play, provided you took care to be far enough away not to hear what they were actually saying.”

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Book: Discworld series, various titles

Enjoying children's play is pleasant, but distance is needed to avoid hearing their harsh truths.

In simple terms: Children’s play is fun, but keep distance to avoid harsh truths.

Key Takeaway

Observe from afar, protect innocence.

Themes

childhood observation truth

Mood

nostalgic thoughtful

Type

reflective philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • social observation
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

innocence reality distance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does distance affect perception?
  • When should we intervene?
A Different Perspective

Overhearing may corrupt the joy of innocence.

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