You can't disobey the rules every time you disapprove. However, when you're considering something that constitutes an extreme abridgement of your rights, conscience is the court of last resort.
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To all the survivors out there, I want them to know that we are stronger and more resilient than we ever knew. We survived, that should be enough but it isn't. We must work hard to become whole again, to fill our soul with love and inspiration, to live the life that was intended for us before it was disrupted by war and horrors, and help rebuild a world that is better than the one we had just left.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the resilience of survivors and the importance of striving for a better life despite challenges.
Loung Ung's quote speaks to the strength and resilience of those who have survived traumatic experiences, particularly the horrors of war. It highlights the necessity of not just surviving adversity but actively working towards healing and rebuilding a fulfilling life, filled with love and inspiration. Ung encourages survivors to see their potential for growth and to contribute towards creating a world improved from the difficulties they faced.
Themes
SurvivorsResilienceLoveInspirationHealingStrength
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech addressing survivors of trauma.
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