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Failure Quote by Bertrand Russell

“Two people between whom there is love succeed or fail together, but when two people hate each other the success of either is the failure of the other. If” quote by Bertrand Russell
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““Two people between whom there is love succeed or fail together, but when two people hate each other the success of either is the failure of the other. If””

Bertrand Russell

About This Quote

Source Essay: Why I Am Not a Christian, Bertrand Russell, 1927

Love creates mutual success, while hatred makes each side view the other's gain as a loss.

In simple terms: Love helps both succeed; hate pits them against each other.

Key Takeaway

Foster love, avoid hatred.

Themes

love cooperation conflict competition

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • business partnerships
  • political negotiations

Key Concepts

interdependence zero-sum thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change outcomes?
  • Can rivalry be transformed into collaboration?
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