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“Dearest says that is the best kind of goodness; not to think about yourself, but to think about other people.” quote by Frances Hodgson Burnett
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““Dearest says that is the best kind of goodness; not to think about yourself, but to think about other people.””

Frances Hodgson Burnett

About This Quote

Source Book: The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett, 1911

True goodness is self‑less concern for others rather than self‑absorption.

In simple terms: Goodness is caring for others, not yourself.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize others’ needs.

Themes

kindness selflessness empathy

Mood

warm compassionate

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Parenting
  • volunteering
  • teamwork
  • friendship

Key Concepts

Altruism moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance self‑care with caring for others?
  • What small act shows self‑less kindness today?
A Different Perspective

Self‑care may be neglected if overly self‑less.

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