Forgiveness Quote by Alain de Botton
““There is valour in being able to identify a forgiving, hopeful perspective on one's life, in knowing how to be a friend to oneself, because one has a responsibility to others to endure.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Course of Love by Alain de Botton, 2016
Finding courage to view life forgivingly, be kind to oneself, and recognize responsibility to others.
In simple terms: Self‑compassion and hope help us support others.
Practice self‑kindness and hope.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- friendship
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑kindness enable helping others?
- What limits our hopeful outlook?
Self‑compassion can be mistaken for selfishness.