Esteem Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“Esteem never makes ingrates.”
About This Quote
The quote suggests that true esteem does not create ungrateful people; rather, ingratitude arises elsewhere.
In simple terms: Esteem doesn't produce ingratitude.
True respect fosters gratitude.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership training
- parenting
- team building
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What conditions foster ingratitude despite respect?
- How can leaders maintain gratitude in teams?
Even with esteem, external factors can cause ingratitude.