Attitude Quote by John C. Maxwell
“Changing your attitude from self-centerdness to understanding requires desire and commitment to always try to see things from the other persons point of view.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John C. Maxwell, 1998
Empathy requires intentional effort and a willingness to see beyond self‑interest.
In simple terms: Understanding others needs desire and practice.
Key Takeaway
Practice active listening and perspective‑taking.
Themes
leadership
empathy
personal growth
communication
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
leadership
self‑help
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- conflict resolution
- customer service
- coaching
Key Concepts
psychology
social intelligence
mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to practice perspective‑taking daily?
- How does empathy improve team performance?
A Different Perspective
Empathy can be hard when self‑focus dominates.
