Away Quote by Yoko Ono
“I just wish that people will be kinder to me when I pass away.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Humanity, 1975
Desire for kindness from others after death.
In simple terms: Hope for posthumous kindness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate kindness now.
Themes
kindness
legacy
humanity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- end‑of‑life care
- memorial events
- personal relationships
- community building
Key Concepts
empathy
mortality
social bonds
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure kindness endures?
- What actions today shape future remembrance?
A Different Perspective
Kindness may be limited by personal biases.
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![“When people get cynical about love, they should look at us [Yoko and John Lennon] and see it is possible” quote by Yoko Ono](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07b/yoko-ono-726_cynical_when-people-get-cynical-about-love-they_67256.jpg)
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