Affirmation Quote by Bernhard Haring
“It belongs to the very substance of nonviolence never to destroy or damage another person's feeling of self worth, even an opponent's. We all need, constantly, an advance of trust and affirmation.”
About This Quote
Source Essay on nonviolence, date unknown
Nonviolence protects others’ self‑worth; we need constant trust and affirmation.
In simple terms: Nonviolent actions safeguard dignity and require ongoing trust.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate trust and affirm others’ worth.
Themes
nonviolence
trust
affirmation
dignity
relationships
Mood
empathetic
hopeful
Type
Affirmation:1
Damage:0
Feelings:1
Needs:1
Nonviolence:1
Opponents:1
Peace:1
Peacebuilding:1
Persons:1
Self:1
Self worth:1
Substance:0
Trust:1
Substance Nonviolence:0
Nonviolence Destroy:0
Trust Affirmation:1
When to use this quote
- peacebuilding
- community work
- education
- personal interactions
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology
conflict resolution
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we maintain affirmation under conflict?
- What practices build lasting trust?
A Different Perspective
Nonviolence may be challenged by aggression.
