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“The worldly man treats certain people kindly because he 'likes' them: the Christian, trying to treat every one kindly, finds him liking more and more people as he goes on - including people he could not even have imagined himself liking at the beginning.” quote by Anonymous
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“The worldly man treats certain people kindly because he 'likes' them: the Christian, trying to treat every one kindly, finds him liking more and more people as he goes on - including people he could not even have imagined himself liking at the beginning.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Treating others kindly expands your capacity for empathy, even toward those you never imagined liking.

In simple terms: Kindness grows empathy.

Key Takeaway

Practice universal kindness.

Themes

empathy growth humanity

Mood

hopeful encouraging

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • social interactions
  • teamwork
  • community building

Key Concepts

Psychology ethical philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can you extend kindness to today?
  • What biases limit your compassion?
A Different Perspective

Kindness can be exploited or insincere.

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