Assurance Quote by Leo Buscaglia
“He must also know evil, hate and bigotry as real phenomena, but he must see love as the greater force. He must not doubt this even for a moment or he is lost. His only salvation is to dedicate himself to love, in the same fashion as Gandhi did to militant nonviolence, as Socrates to truth, as Jesus did to love and as More did to integrity. Only then will he have the strength to combat the forces of doubt, confusion and contradiction. He can depend upon no on or no thing for reinforcement and assurance but himself.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unknown, possibly a personal reflection on love and moral philosophy
Love must be regarded as the supreme force, outweighing evil, hate, and bigotry; reliance on self‑trust is essential for inner strength.
In simple terms: Love beats hate. Trust yourself.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love and self‑reliance.
Themes
love
morality
inner strength
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- social activism
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can love guide difficult choices?
- What supports self‑trust?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on love alone may ignore practical safeguards.
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