Banana YoshimotoNo matter where you are, you're always a bit on your own, always an outsider.
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No matter where you are, you’re always a bit on your own, always an outsider. What the person is saying here is that people will be judged by their actions. So, if you want to be accepted in society, do what society expects of you. Be nice to people (be polite), dress well (dressing well is important), and keep your head down (or your eyes mostly down).
The world does not care about how smart or talented or creative you are. If you want to be accepted, be like everyone else.
Source: Goodbye Tsugumi
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