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“The Good Turn will educate the boy out of the groove of selfishness.” quote by Baden Powell de Aquino
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“The Good Turn will educate the boy out of the groove of selfishness.”

Baden Powell de Aquino

About This Quote

Source Book: Scouting for Boys by Robert Baden-Powell, 1908

Teaching empathy can break selfish habits and shape a more cooperative character.

In simple terms: Empathy reduces selfishness.

Key Takeaway

Teach empathy early.

Themes

selfishness education character cooperation

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

advice educational

When to use this quote

  • youth programs
  • family parenting
  • school curricula
  • community projects

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral change morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we reinforce empathy daily?
  • What obstacles arise when teaching cooperation?
A Different Perspective

Selfishness may persist despite education without reinforcement.

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