Quote by Banana Yoshimoto

Everything in life has some good in it. And when something awful happens, the goodness stands out even more--it's sad, but that's the truth.

Everything in life has some good in it. And when something a

Summary

This quote suggests that even in the midst of negative and difficult situations, there is always something positive or good that can be found. It implies that when faced with something terrible, the goodness or positive aspects become even more prominent. It acknowledges the sadness associated with such events, but emphasizes the underlying truth that there is always a silver lining or some form of goodness to be discovered.

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By Banana Yoshimoto

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