"Être appelé une chose, c'est souvent en être une autre."
— Herman Melville
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When someone is labeled or called a certain thing, it doesn't always reflect the truth about who they are. For example, a person might be called lazy, but in reality, they could be dealing with difficult personal problems or health issues that make it hard for them to be active. Sometimes people are quick to judge without knowing the whole story. This happens a lot in school where a student might be considered "dumb" because they don't get good grades, but they might be really smart and talented in other areas like art or sports. It's important to look beyond labels and understand that everyone has a deeper story. This reminds us not to judge others quickly and to be more understanding and kind.
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Appearances Identity Judgment Labels Misconception Names Paradox Perception Reality Self-awareness
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