Family Quote by Toni Cade Bambara
“My responsibility to myself, my neighbors, my family and the human family is to try to tell the truth.”
About This Quote
Source Short story collection: Gorilla, My Love, 1972
Truth-telling is a moral duty to oneself and all humanity, despite personal cost.
In simple terms: Tell truth for self and humanity.
Commit to honesty in all relationships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family discussions
- community activism
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth are you avoiding?
- How does honesty affect your relationships?
Truth may cause conflict or alienation.