Maybe that's what these films are doing. They are my way of blessing the child
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You must see with eyes unclouded by hate. See the good in that which is evil, and the evil in that which is good. Pledge yourself to neither side, but vow instead to preserve the balance that exists between the two.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of seeing beyond biases and recognizing dualities in life.
Hayao Miyazaki's quote speaks to the profound idea that understanding requires a clear perspective, free from hatred. It encourages individuals to acknowledge the complexity of the world, seeing both good and evil within everything, and advocating for balance instead of allegiance to one extreme. The essence of the message is about embracing duality and maintaining equilibrium in our judgments and actions.
Themes
BalancePerspectiveGoodEvilUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about conflict resolution to encourage open-mindedness.
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