Approach Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“We have learned the simple truth, as Emerson said that the only way to have a friend is to be one. We can gain no lasting peace if we approach it with suspicion or mistrust or with fear.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Emerson's Essays, 1841
Friendship requires being a friend; trust and openness are essential for lasting peace.
In simple terms: Be a friend to have friends.
Cultivate trust and openness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- conflict resolution
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you demonstrate trustworthiness?
- What barriers prevent you from opening up?
Trust can be fragile and hard to rebuild after betrayal.