Assuming Quote by Jeffrey R. Holland
“Think the best of each other, especially of those you say you love. Assume the good and doubt the bad.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2015
Encourage seeing the best in others, especially loved ones, and give them the benefit of the doubt.
In simple terms: Assume good, doubt bad.
Key Takeaway
Treat people kindly and trust them.
Themes
compassion
trust
relationships
Mood
warm
hopeful
Type
moral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- team meetings
- conflict resolution
- mentoring
Key Concepts
optimism
empathy
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance trust with healthy boundaries?
- When does skepticism protect you?
A Different Perspective
People may exploit trust; not always realistic.
