You have to be taught to leave us alone. Leave us alone.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often ignore others unless explicitly told to.
- In plain terms
- You have to be taught to leave people alone.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect boundaries even if others don't set them.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you signal you need space?
- Why do people not leave others alone?
Another view
Sometimes engagement is welcome and expected.
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