And love Quote by Erich Fromm
“We have faith in the potentialities of others, of ourselves, and of mankind because, and only to the degree to which, we have experienced the growth of our own potentialities, the reality of growth in ourselves, the strength of our own power of reason and love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm, 1956
We trust others and humanity only after we have felt personal growth, reason, and love within ourselves.
In simple terms: Trust follows personal growth and love.
Cultivate self‑growth to trust others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership
- relationships
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal growth affect your view of others?
- What practices nurture reason and love?
Self‑growth may be uneven, limiting trust.