Quote by Mignon McLaughlin

It's innocence when it charms us, ignorance when it doesn't.

It's innocence when it charms us, ignorance when it doesn't.

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This quote suggests that the perception of something being innocent or ignorant is subjective and dependent on the impact it has on us. When something is charming and has a positive effect, we often view it as innocent. However, if it fails to charm us or have an impact, we may perceive it as ignorant. The quote highlights the role of our own emotions and experiences in shaping our perceptions of innocence and ignorance

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