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“In every moment...we choose to see others either as people like ourselves or as objects. They either count like we do or they don't.” quote by Arbinger Institute
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““In every moment...we choose to see others either as people like ourselves or as objects. They either count like we do or they don't.””

Arbinger Institute

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

We constantly decide whether to view others as fellow humans or as objects, which determines whether we value them.

In simple terms: We choose to see people as humans or objects, affecting their worth.

Key Takeaway

Choose empathy over objectification.

Themes

empathy humanity perception ethics relationships

Mood

reflective thoughtful ethical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • workplace interactions
  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology social cognition ethical behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide who is “like yourself”?
  • What barriers prevent seeing others as humans?
A Different Perspective

People may resist seeing others as equals due to bias.

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