“Remaining silent in the face of incorrect or rude behavior risks legitimizing them, transforming silence into a form of complicity. Reacting clearly and effectively is essential both to protect yourself, both to promote a culture based on respect.”

—  Prevale

Original: Restare in silenzio di fronte a comportamenti scorretti o maleducati rischia di legittimarli, trasformando il silenzio in una forma di complicità. Reagire in modo chiaro ed efficace è essenziale sia per proteggersi, sia per promuovere una cultura basata sul rispetto.
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