But if you shoot at everyone you see, can't be my friend 'cause you might shoot at me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Violence or aggression toward others makes trust impossible because anyone could be targeted next.
- In plain terms
- If you are aggressive to everyone, no one can trust you.
- What can you take from it?
- Aggression destroys trust and friendship.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define safety in a relationship?
- What behaviors break trust for you?
Another view
Not all aggression is intentional or directed personally.
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