I should be sorry if I only entertained them, I wish to make them better.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels sorry for entertaining people and wishes to improve them.
- In plain terms
- I regret entertaining them; I want to help them improve.
- What can you take from it?
- Intent to educate rather than merely amuse.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What responsibilities do creators have to their audience?
- How can entertainment be constructive?
Another view
Improvement depends on audience willingness.
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