Ill Quotes
Speaking ill costs more than staying quiet.
These quotes use 'ill' in two senses — physical and mental illness on one hand, careless or unkind speech on the other. Both threads connect to Health quotes, which explore wellbeing from a more direct angle.
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In this country, we've gotten away from institutionalizing and we've moved toward assimilating and drugging the mentally ill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the two meanings of 'ill' covered here?
This page covers both physical or mental illness and the older sense of 'ill' as unkind or careless — as in speaking ill of someone or judging without understanding.
Why do people search for ill quotes?
These quotes offer proverb-style wisdom about restraint in speech alongside more direct reflections on illness, making the page useful for both angles.
Is mental illness discussed specifically?
Yes, one quote addresses how society has moved from institutionalizing toward assimilating and medicating the mentally ill, giving the topic a modern, critical edge.
What do the proverbs on this page warn against?
They warn against speaking ill of people who aren't present to defend themselves, and against praising or criticizing what you don't actually understand.
How does this connect to struggle quotes?
Illness, whether named directly or implied through hardship, links this page to Struggle quotes on enduring difficulty.
