Quote by Chester Brown

I think people should have the legal right to hurt themselves without fearing that they're going to get locked up for doing so. But on a personal level, if someone I loved was hurting himself or herself in front of me, I would, of course, try to restrain them.

I think people should have the legal right to hurt themselve

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The quote highlights the author's stance on personal autonomy and their belief in the legal right for individuals to harm themselves without facing legal consequences. However, it also acknowledges the contrasting emotional response when someone they care about is self-destructive. The quote suggests that although they support personal freedom, their love for others overrides it, leading them to intervene and try to prevent harm to their loved ones. This dichotomy reflects the complexity and conflict that arises when grappling with personal beliefs versus the welfare and safety of those we care about.

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