Approval Quote by Donald Miller
“I loved the fact that it wasn't my responsibility to change somebody, that it was God's, that my part was just to communicate love and approval.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Likely from a personal development podcast
Responsibility for others' change lies with a higher power; one's role is to offer love and approval, not to fix them.
In simple terms: Let others grow; you give love.
Key Takeaway
Offer love, let others change themselves.
Themes
spirituality
relationships
boundaries
Mood
empathetic
thoughtful
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- giving encouragement
- practicing non‑attachment
- listening without judgment
- expressing appreciation
- maintaining healthy boundaries
Key Concepts
theology
psychology of support
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance support with respecting autonomy?
- What does love look like without trying to change?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on external control may neglect personal agency and mutual responsibility.
