Gang Quote by Thorvald Steen
““– Husk at vi alle er disponert for å begå de større og voldelige overgrepene. Det man ofte glemmer, er at de aller fleste av oss daglig begår overgrep. Vi godtar ikke at vi er normale, uten at vi har den ringeste idé om hva normal er. Vi mennesker er selvutslettende.””
About This Quote
The quote warns that ordinary people can commit serious violence and daily harms, yet we deny our own normality and self‑destruction.
In simple terms: People often ignore everyday harm and their own capacity for violence.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront everyday wrongdoing.
Themes
violence
normalcy
self‑deception
human nature
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- workplace
- family
- community
- media
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
social psychology
collective guilt
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see everyday harm in your life?
- What prevents you from acknowledging your own flaws?
A Different Perspective
It may overgeneralize and ignore systemic factors that enable harm.
