Depth Quote by Erich Fromm
“We may know ourselves, and yet even with all the efforts we make, we do not know ourselves. We know our fellowman, and yet we do not know him, because we are not a thing, and our fellowman is not a thing. The further we reach into the depths of our being, on someone else's being, the more the goal of knowledge eludes us.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Sane Society”, 1961
Self‑knowledge is elusive; understanding others is even harder, despite deep introspection.
In simple terms: We rarely truly know ourselves or others.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility.
Themes
self‑awareness
empathy
knowledge limits
Mood
thoughtful
humble
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- team building
- cross‑cultural communication
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions about yourself might be false?
- How can you better understand others?
A Different Perspective
Absolute certainty is impossible; accept ambiguity.
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