I didn't go to university. Didn't even finish A-levels. But I have sympathy for those who did.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Despite lacking formal education, the author expresses sympathy for those who pursued it.
- In plain terms
- I didn't finish school, but I respect those who did.
- What can you take from it?
- Empathy exists regardless of personal educational background.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What value do you place on formal education?
- Can you respect paths you didn't take?
Another view
Sympathy does not imply agreement with all aspects of formal education.
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