Matter Quote by Maxwell Maltz
“Adopt the motto: It doesn't matter who's right, but what's right.”
About This Quote
Source Self-help Book: Psycho-Cybernetics, Maxwell Maltz, 1960
Focus on what is right rather than who is right; prioritize principles over ego.
In simple terms: Do what's right, not win arguments.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize principle over ego.
Themes
ethics
principles
ego
decision-making
Mood
thoughtful
principled
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- policy making
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is rightness ambiguous?
- How to balance principle with empathy?
A Different Perspective
Rigid adherence may ignore nuance.
