'Never,' said my aunt, 'be mean in anything; never be false; never be cruel. Avoid those three vices, Trot, and I can always be hopeful of you.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- An aunt advises her nephew to avoid meanness, lying, and cruelty to earn hope for his future.
- In plain terms
- Avoid being mean, false, or cruel to have a good future.
- What can you take from it?
- Moral behavior defines character and potential.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes someone hopeful?
- Are these the only vices to avoid?
Another view
Avoiding vice is necessary but not sufficient for a good life.
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