Everyone feels benevolent if nothing happens to be annoying him at the moment.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often feel kind or good only when they are not currently bothered by annoyances.
- In plain terms
- Everyone feels nice when nothing is annoying them.
- What can you take from it?
- Mood affects perceived benevolence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you kind only when comfortable?
- What triggers your mood?
Another view
Some people remain kind even when annoyed.
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