Character Quote by Dalai Lama
“An ethical act is one which does not harm others' experience or expectation of happiness.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Teachings on Ethics, 2015
Ethical actions avoid harming others' happiness or expectations.
In simple terms: Don’t harm others’ happiness.
Consider others’ well‑being before acting.
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Type
When to use this quote
- workplace decisions
- policy making
- personal choices
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions might unintentionally hurt others?
- How can you measure impact on happiness?
Complex situations may blur harm assessment.