So when you spot violence, or bigotry, or intolerance or fear or just garden-variety misogyny, hatred or ignorance, just look it in the eye and think, 'The good outnumber you, and we always will.'
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A lot of nerds aren't aware they're nerds. A geek has thrown his hands up to the universe and gone, 'I speak Klingon - who am I fooling? You win! I'm just gonna openly like what I like.' Geeks tend to be a little happier with themselves.
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What this quote means
The quote highlights the difference between nerds and geeks, emphasizing self-acceptance and embracing one's interests.
In this quote, Patton Oswalt contrasts nerds and geeks, suggesting that while many nerds may be unaware of their identity, geeks openly embrace their passions without concern for societal judgment. This acceptance leads to greater happiness, as being true to oneself fosters personal fulfillment and joy.
Themes
NerdsGeeksSelf-AcceptanceHappinessIdentity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a convention where fans celebrate their interests.
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