Broken Quote by Daniel Goleman
“Whoever has the mind to fight has broken his connection with the universe. If you try to dominate people you are already defeated. We study how to resolve conflict, not how to start it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Emotional Intelligence, 1995
Attempting to dominate others reveals inner disconnection; true strength lies in resolving conflict peacefully.
In simple terms: Dominating others shows you’re disconnected; resolve conflict instead.
Seek collaboration, not domination.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team leadership
- mediation
- personal growth
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster mutual respect in disagreements?
- What practices help you stay connected to others?
Power struggles can be entrenched and hard to break.