Cities Quote by Frederic Bastiat
“If you wish to prosper, let your customer prosper. When people have learned this lesson, everyone will seek his individual welfare in the general welfare. Then jealousies between man and man, city and city, province and province, nation and nation, will no longer trouble the world.”
About This Quote
Prosperity arises when individuals and societies prioritize mutual benefit over selfish gain.
In simple terms: Helping others leads to collective wealth.
Key Takeaway
Promote shared success.
Themes
economics
ethics
community
cooperation
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
economic
ethical
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- public policy
- social entrepreneurship
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
mutual aid
social welfare
interdependence
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies encourage mutual prosperity?
- How do you balance personal and collective welfare?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest can still dominate, hindering cooperation.
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