Quote by Libby Houston

The base emotions Plato banned have left a radio-active and not radiant land.

The base emotions Plato banned have left a radio-active and

Summary

This quote suggests that when Plato prohibited certain basic emotions, it had negative consequences on society. The term "radio-active" implies that the banned emotions created a toxic and unhealthy environment, while the wordplay on "not radiant" suggests that the absence of these emotions resulted in a lack of joy and positivity. Ultimately, the quote underscores the idea that suppressing or prohibiting certain emotions can have detrimental effects on the overall well-being and vibrancy of a community or society.

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By Libby Houston

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