Aim Quote by Cornel West
“The aim is not for me to be right. The aim is to make sure that we keep the focus on the people who are suffering. That's what we're here for.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: University of California, Berkeley Commencement, Cornel West, 2015
The goal is not personal correctness but focusing on alleviating suffering, prioritizing humanitarian concerns over ego.
In simple terms: Focus on helping those in pain, not being right.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize compassion over ego.
Themes
humanity
ethics
compassion
social justice
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- healthcare
- policy making
- community service
- activism
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
altruism
Questions to Reflect On
- What suffering can you address today?
- How do you keep focus on others amid personal bias?
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