Breaking the rules Quote by V.E. Schwab
““People steal because taking something gives them something. If they’re not in it for the money, they’re in it for control. The act of taking, of breaking the rules, makes them feel powerful. They’re in it for the sheer defiance. Some people steal to stay alive, and some steal to feel alive.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, V.E. Schwab, 2020
People steal for various motives—control, defiance, survival, or thrill—highlighting complex psychological drives behind rule-breaking behavior.
In simple terms: Stealing stems from deeper needs.
Key Takeaway
Address underlying motives, not just the act.
Themes
psychology
crime
motivation
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
analytical
practical
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- social work
- education
- personal counseling
Key Concepts
control
defiance
survival
thrill seeking
Questions to Reflect On
- What interventions reduce the urge to steal?
A Different Perspective
Might oversimplify systemic causes of theft.
