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“Most of us are pretty good at keeping promises to others and pretty bad at keeping promises to ourselves.” quote by Lawrence LeShan
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“Most of us are pretty good at keeping promises to others and pretty bad at keeping promises to ourselves.”

Lawrence LeShan

About This Quote

People reliably fulfill external commitments but often neglect self‑care and personal goals.

In simple terms: We keep promises to others better than to ourselves.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize self‑commitments.

Themes

self‑discipline self‑care commitment personal growth

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • health routines
  • financial planning
  • relationship boundaries

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What self‑promise have you ignored?
  • How can you hold yourself accountable?
A Different Perspective

Self‑promises can be undermined by lack of accountability.

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