I tell people, if you're thinking about suicide, all that stuff I've attempted and thought about it. If you think about it, life gets better. The key to life when it gets tough is to keep moving. Just keep moving.
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What I've found about it is that there are some folks you can talk to until you're blue in the face--they're never going to get it and they're never going to change. But every once in a while, you'll run into someone who is eager to listen, eager to learn, and willing to try new things. Those are the people we need to reach. We have a responsibility as parents, older people, teachers, people in the neighborhood to recognize that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Some people are resistant to change, but others are open and eager to learn, and we should focus on reaching them.
In this quote, Tyler Perry emphasizes the importance of identifying individuals who are receptive to new ideas and learning, contrasting them with those who are set in their ways. He highlights a collective responsibility among educators, parents, and community leaders to engage and nurture the curiosity of those willing to grow, thus fostering a more supportive and advancing society.
Themes
LearningChangeEducationResponsibilityGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop on effective teaching methods, this quote could inspire educators to focus on engaging learners.
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