Approval Quote by Arthur Guiterman
“What one approves , another scorns, And thus his nature each discloses: You find the rosebush full of thorns, I find the thornbush full of roses.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Rose and the Thorn” (1905)
Perspective shapes judgment; what one sees as a flaw another sees as beauty.
In simple terms: Seeing the good in what seems bad.
Key Takeaway
Seek alternative viewpoints.
Themes
perspective
judgment
beauty
subjectivity
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- personal relationships
- conflict mediation
- creative work
Key Concepts
philosophical
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your bias affect decisions?
- Can you find value in the opposite view?
A Different Perspective
Not all perspectives are equally valid.
