Frankness Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“We are franker towards others than towards ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Beyond Good and Evil, 1886
People tend to judge others more harshly than they judge themselves, revealing a double standard in moral assessment.
In simple terms: We judge others harder than ourselves.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on your own self‑criticism.
Themes
self‑awareness
humility
psychology
Mood
introspective
critical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace feedback
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral double standard
self‑evaluation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you hold others to higher standards than you do yourself?
- How does this bias affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective
Self‑criticism can be as damaging as harsh judgment of others.
