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Good human Quote by Dalai Lama

“Basically we are all the same human beings with the same potential to be a good human being or a bad human being. The important thing is to realize the positive side and try to increase that; realize the negative side and try to reduce. That's the way.” quote by Dalai Lama
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“Basically we are all the same human beings with the same potential to be a good human being or a bad human being. The important thing is to realize the positive side and try to increase that; realize the negative side and try to reduce. That's the way.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Speech: Compassion and Moral Development, 2015

Humans can choose good or bad actions; focusing on positives and reducing negatives guides moral growth.

In simple terms: Choose good, limit bad.

Key Takeaway

Nurture positive habits, curb negative ones.

Themes

ethics self‑growth balance

Mood

hopeful thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • education
  • conflict resolution
  • parenting

Key Concepts

dualism mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What positive habits can you strengthen?
  • How will you address a specific negative habit?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on negativity can cause self‑criticism.

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