Animal Quote by John Green
“Being a person, I had come to realize, is a communal activity. Dogs know how to be dogs. But people do not know how to be people unless and until they learn from other people.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Anthropocene Reviewed, 2021
Being human is inherently social; we learn identity and purpose through others, unlike animals.
In simple terms: People need community to be human.
Key Takeaway
Engage with others.
Themes
community
identity
learning
Mood
thoughtful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- friendship
- teamwork
- mentorship
Key Concepts
philosophy
social psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does community teach you?
- Can solitude also be valuable?
A Different Perspective
Some may find solitude enriching, challenging this view.
![“I like dogs better [than people]. They give you unconditional love. They either lick your face or bite you, but you always know where they're coming from. With people, you never know which ones will bite. The difference between dogs and men is that you know where dogs sleep at night.” quote by Greg Louganis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3f8/greg-louganis-27347_bites_i-like-dogs-better-than-people-they-give_1372214.jpg)
