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“In the majority of the world’s cultures, including that of the United States, the majority of people endorse giving as their single most important guiding principle” quote by Adam M. Grant
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““In the majority of the world’s cultures, including that of the United States, the majority of people endorse giving as their single most important guiding principle””

Adam M. Grant

About This Quote

Source Book: The Power of Giving, 2020

Most cultures value generosity as a core guiding principle.

In simple terms: Giving is widely valued.

Key Takeaway

Practice generosity regularly.

Themes

generosity culture values ethics

Mood

inspirational hopeful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • workplace philanthropy
  • family traditions
  • policy making

Key Concepts

altruism social capital moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your culture define generosity?
  • What small act can you do today?
A Different Perspective

Cultural norms vary on how giving is expressed.

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