“There’s a big difference between kneeling down and bending over.”
— George Carlin
Simplified Meaning:
This quote talks about the difference between showing respect and being submissive. When you kneel down, it often means you are being respectful, like during prayer or showing honor to someone. On the other hand, bending over can mean you are letting someone else control or use you, which is not the same as showing respect. For instance, if your boss asks you to stay late at work once, doing it might be respectful and helpful. But if this happens often and you feel forced to do it all the time, then you are bending over and letting them take advantage of you. The advice here is to understand when you are being respectful and when you are being too submissive, and to make sure you are not letting yourself be pushed around. Knowing the difference helps you stand up for yourself while still being polite to others.
