Evil Quote by Thomas Kyd
“Evil news fly faster still than good.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Spanish Tragedy, 1582
Bad news spreads faster than good, highlighting human tendency to focus on negativity.
In simple terms: Negative news travels quicker than positive.
Key Takeaway
Share good news deliberately.
Themes
media
human nature
communication
psychology
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
sociological
psychological
When to use this quote
- social media
- newsrooms
- public relations
- personal conversations
Key Concepts
Negativity bias
information diffusion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you amplify uplifting stories?
- What mechanisms cause negativity bias?
A Different Perspective
Positive messages can be drowned out.
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