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“It is my turn now; and if I come back, it is yours.” quote by Horatio Nelson
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“It is my turn now; and if I come back, it is yours.”

Horatio Nelson

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1798

The speaker offers a turn now and promises to return what belongs to the recipient.

In simple terms: Offering a turn and returning what is yours.

Key Takeaway

Share and return what belongs to others.

Themes

trust reciprocity leadership

Mood

trustworthy balanced

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • teamwork
  • resource sharing
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Naval strategy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure fair exchange?
  • When is it right to keep something?
A Different Perspective

Reciprocity can be exploited if not balanced.

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