Classifying Quote by Marshall B. Rosenberg
“Classifying and judging people promotes violence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Nonviolent Communication, 2003
Suggests that categorizing people fuels conflict.
In simple terms: Judgment leads to violence.
Avoid labeling others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is classification justified?
- How can we balance empathy with necessary boundaries?
Some judgments are necessary for safety or law.