"It's ok to care about what other people think, but you should give a little more weight to what you think...The habit of thinking is the habit of gaining strength. You're stronger than you believe."
Society is judgmental and will always talk about someone regardless of one's capabilities. The people of the Ooni kingdom believe that an individual born with dada locks is a witch, a disgrace, and a bad omen to the community. When Zahrah is born with dada locks, people talk negatively about her, discouraging her. While at school, Zahrah is bullied and called names by classmates. However, Zahrah believes that she is unique in her way and has capabilities that disapprove of those who talk negatively about her. For instance, Zahrah becomes the first person to enter the forbidden jungle and come alive without injury or disability. Secondly, Zahrah dares to risk her friend Dari, an assignment no person can dare make because people are scared of death. Consequently, Zahrah cares less about what people say about her but believes in her abilities to exploit her potential.
“Silence is the best answer to a fool.”
The author asks if there is a point in arguing with a fool. Interestingly, the author notes that some people find it reasonable to answer a fool. Still, it is ridiculous because both people arguing become the same thing. An intelligent person does not argue with fools because they listen and walk away. Zahrah is compromising, especially when she is called names and bullied by fools who judge her negatively because of her creation. However, Zahrah remains silent because answering fools makes no difference. Consequently, silence is the best answer to a fool.
“It’s funny how once you tell one lie, you can always tell more.”
Behavior is developed through behavior and routines that define personal traits. For instance, honesty is found by remaining sincere and always telling the truth. The author focuses on a habit associated with cheating. The narrator realizes that once a person lies, she creates a habit of repeating the same lie to remain consistent. However, the sad reality is that you become a liar once you tell a lie because the habit is repetitive.
