Freedom Quote by Joshua Loth Liebman
““Certainly it is true that we need to maintain independence in certain areas of life. We must not be passive but active agents in this strenuous, challenging world. At the same time, we must not make a fetish out of our self-sufficiency. It is normal and wise for us to rely at moments upon the insights, the courage, and the consolation which our human brothers can give us , knowing full well that they in turn sill rely upon our gifts and strength on other critical occasions. Let us not be too proud to admit weakness at moments and to absorb strength from others in our day of need. The ruthless repression of our common human problems and fears can only make us hard or ill; the sharing of these problems with our human comrades alone can save us from the sin of pride, the idolatry of self-sufficiency.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Living by Joshua Loth Liebman, 1945
Balance independence with interdependence; accept help while offering strength, avoiding pride.
In simple terms: Seek help when needed, give help when able.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mutual support.
Themes
community
humility
interdependence
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team projects
- mental health
- family crises
- career challenges
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does vulnerability look like for you?
- How can you offer support without losing yourself?
A Different Perspective
Over-reliance on others can diminish self-reliance.
