Another man Quote by Erich Fromm
““no man must be the means for the ends of another man.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm, 1956
One should not become a tool for another’s goals; maintain autonomy.
In simple terms: Don’t be used for others’ ends.
Key Takeaway
Preserve personal agency.
Themes
autonomy
ethics
relationships
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal relationships
- political movements
Key Concepts
existentialism
humanism
boundary setting
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to help?
- How to set healthy boundaries?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes collaboration requires compromise; absolute independence may be unrealistic.
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