Ability Quote by Dalai Lama
“[Animals] appreciate others' affection, they also have the sort of ability to show their own affection. And then as soon as we're born, child, no religious faith.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk, date unknown
Recognizing that animals can both give and receive affection highlights the innate capacity for love, which humans also possess from birth without needing religious belief.
In simple terms: Animals and humans share natural affection.
Cultivate empathy and affection early.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- animal care
- relationship building
- mental health
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we nurture this natural affection in society?
- What role does affection play in moral development?
Affection alone may not address deeper existential or moral questions.