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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.” quote by Erich Fromm
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“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.”

Erich Fromm

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.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑growth to trust others.

Themes

trust growth humanity reason love

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • leadership
  • relationships
  • community building

Key Concepts

self‑actualization ethical development psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does personal growth affect your view of others?
  • What practices nurture reason and love?
A Different Perspective

Self‑growth may be uneven, limiting trust.

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