If naebody care for me, I'll care for naebody.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker declares they will stop caring for others if they receive no care in return.
- In plain terms
- I will ignore others if they ignore me.
- What can you take from it?
- Reciprocity is needed in relationships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you feel heard?
- Is ignoring others worth it?
Another view
This stance can escalate conflict rather than resolve it.
More from Robert Burns
Then gently scan your brother man, Still gentler sister woman; Tho' they may gang a kennin wrang, To step aside is human.
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