Bad thing Quote by Terry Pratchett
““When it came down to it and the life-or-death decision had to be made, then it was made by you, because you were the witch. And sometimes it wasn't a decision between a good thing or a bad thing, but a decision between to bad things: no right choices, just... choices.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld series, 1990s
Faced with impossible choices, the protagonist must act despite no good options, highlighting moral ambiguity and personal responsibility.
In simple terms: When all options are bad, you must still choose.
Key Takeaway
Act with courage despite no perfect solution.
Themes
moral dilemma
responsibility
choice
ambiguity
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- war
- medical triage
- personal crises
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
ethics
agency
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria guide you when no option is good?
- How do you cope with the weight of making a bad choice?
A Different Perspective
Even bad choices can cause harm; the burden of decision can be overwhelming.
