Delusional pain hurts just as much as pain from actual trauma. So what if it's all in your head?
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I learned that five- and-six-year-old kids have already figured out how to be intolerant.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children can exhibit intolerance from a very young age, as they learn behaviors from their surroundings.
In this quote, Octavia E. Butler reflects on the early development of prejudiced attitudes among young children. She suggests that intolerance is not a trait that develops solely through experience, but is often absorbed from societal influences, indicating the need for conscious guidance and education to foster tolerance from a young age.
Themes
IntoleranceChildrenEducationSocietyBehavior
In practice
Example use cases
During a workshop on diversity, this quote can highlight the importance of teaching children about tolerance.
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