Anger Quote by Eric Hoffer
“The remarkable thing is that we really love our neighbor as ourselves: we do unto others as we do unto ourselves. We hate others when we hate ourselves. We are tolerant toward others when we tolerate ourselves. We forgive others when we forgive ourselves. We are prone to sacrifice others when we are ready to sacrifice ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The True Believer, 1951
Treating others as we treat ourselves reveals that our actions toward others mirror our self‑relationship, linking love, tolerance, forgiveness, and sacrifice to self‑perception.
In simple terms: How we act toward others reflects how we see ourselves.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑respect to improve how you treat others.
Themes
self‑love
empathy
forgiveness
reciprocity
self‑sacrifice
Mood
reflective
compassionate
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- leadership
- counseling
- community building
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
interpersonal dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your self‑image affect your treatment of others?
- What steps can you take to align your self‑respect with your actions?
A Different Perspective
If self‑esteem is low, positive behavior toward others may still be difficult.
