Bad people Quote by Confucius
“The demands that good people make are upon themselves; Those that bad people make are upon others.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Analects of Confucius, 5th century BC
Good people set standards for themselves; bad people impose expectations on others.
In simple terms: Self‑imposed standards vs. external demands.
Hold yourself to higher standards.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team management
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- leadership training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate self‑expectations from others’ demands?
- What standards do you set for yourself?
May overlook external pressures that shape behavior.