A human being's first responsibility is to shake hands…
“A human being's first responsibility is to shake hands with himself.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
One must first accept oneself before engaging with others.
In simple terms: Shake hands with yourself first.
Practice self‑acceptance.
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When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- team building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does self‑acceptance look like for you?
- How can you model it for others?
Self‑acceptance can be fleeting.