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Sticks and stones will break my bones, but names will never hurt me.


Sticks and stones will break my bones, but names will never

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This quote emphasizes the idea that physical harm, represented by "sticks and stones," can hurt our bodies, but mere verbal insults or derogatory names cannot cause any lasting damage to our emotional well-being. It suggests that we should not let negative remarks or insults affect us personally, encouraging resilience and promoting the idea that it is our choice how we react to negative words or actions.

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