Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
Oscar WildeRead
Don't feed the trolls; nothing fuels them so much.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Avoid engaging with negative or provocative people, as it only encourages them.
This quote by Oscar Wilde advises against interacting with those who seek to provoke or annoy others, often referred to as 'trolls.' Engaging with such individuals can exacerbate the situation, providing them with the attention and validation they crave, thus perpetuating their negative behavior.
Themes
TrollsNegativityAttentionEngagementWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
During a seminar on digital etiquette, one could use this quote to illustrate the importance of ignoring harmful comments online.
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