Quote by Princess of Wales Diana

You can't comfort the afflicted with afflicting the comfortable,

You can't comfort the afflicted with afflicting the comforta

Summary

This quote means that you cannot provide solace or support to those who are suffering or in need if it comes at the expense of those who are in a position of power, privilege, or comfort. In order to help those who are troubled or disadvantaged, it often requires challenging or disrupting the status quo and the comfort of those who benefit from it. This quote suggests that addressing the needs of the marginalized or vulnerable may involve confronting and challenging those who are in a position of advantage or who perpetuate systems of inequality.

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By Princess of Wales Diana

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