Best of the best Quote by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
“We will never be enlightened unless we realize and own what our capacity, from the best of the best to the worst of the worst because then we have more empathy, more compassion, more sympathy for others who do things that are hurtful and harmful and we see, given certain situations, I'm capable of that myself. So, I'm less judgmental.”
About This Quote
Source Book: On Death and Dying, Elisabeth Kübler‑Ross, 1969
Recognizing that we all can act harmfully fosters empathy and reduces judgment toward others.
In simple terms: Seeing our own capacity for harm creates compassion.
Cultivate self‑awareness to be less judgmental.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging your own flaws change your view of others?
- What steps can you take to practice non‑judgment?
Self‑recognition may be uncomfortable and trigger denial.