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“As much as people say they love change, they love it when you change - not when you want them to change. Even when it comes to processes they don't like, they're afraid of change.” quote by Safra A. Catz
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“As much as people say they love change, they love it when you change - not when you want them to change. Even when it comes to processes they don't like, they're afraid of change.”

Safra A. Catz

About This Quote

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

People prefer others to change rather than being asked to change themselves, revealing resistance to personal transformation.

In simple terms: People resist being told to change.

Key Takeaway

Encourage self‑initiated change.

Themes

resistance change psychology

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • team leadership
  • organizational change
  • personal development

Key Concepts

behavioral inertia social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you motivate others to embrace change voluntarily?
  • What triggers resistance in others?
A Different Perspective

Change is often easier when self‑driven rather than imposed.

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