A bad neighbor is a misfortune, as much as a good one is a great blessing.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A bad neighbor brings misfortune just as a good neighbor brings significant blessing.
- In plain terms
- Your neighbors have a huge impact on your life, for good or bad.
- What can you take from it?
- Value good relationships with those living near you.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do my neighbors affect me?
- Am I being a good neighbor?
Another view
Sometimes you cannot choose your neighbors at all.
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