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“A human being's first responsibility is to shake hands with himself.” quote by Henry Winkler
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“A human being's first responsibility is to shake hands with himself.”

Henry Winkler

About This Quote

Source Book: The Human Handbook, 2019

One must first accept oneself before engaging with others.

In simple terms: Shake hands with yourself first.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑acceptance.

Themes

self‑growth relationships responsibility

Mood

introspective encouraging

Type

self‑help philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • team building
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology mindfulness personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does self‑acceptance look like for you?
  • How can you model it for others?
A Different Perspective

Self‑acceptance can be fleeting.

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