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Bad thing Quote by Viggo Mortensen

“It doesn't matter how bad things are, something good could happen always. And it doesn't matter how many excuses you have for behaving in an unkind manner towards others. There's never any excuse for not being kind and it's always better to be kind even if it seems pointless and that in fact is…” quote by Viggo Mortensen
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“It doesn't matter how bad things are, something good could happen always. And it doesn't matter how many excuses you have for behaving in an unkind manner towards others. There's never any excuse for not being kind and it's always better to be kind even if it seems pointless and that in fact is the highest wisdom - being kind. It sounds like a very noble, ethereal, simplistic idea but it's true.”

Viggo Mortensen

About This Quote

Source Interview: Viggo Mortensen, 2022

Kindness is essential regardless of circumstances; it is a wise, enduring principle despite seeming naive.

In simple terms: Being kind is always right, even when it feels pointless.

Key Takeaway

Practice kindness consistently.

Themes

compassion ethics wisdom

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • everyday interactions
  • customer service
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Altruism moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does kindness become self‑neglect?
  • How can you balance kindness with self‑care?
A Different Perspective

Kindness can be exhausting and may be taken advantage of.

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