Appreciated Quote by Og Mandino
“I will smile at friend and foe alike and make every effort to find, in him or her, a quality to praise, now that I realize the deepest yearning of human nature is the craving to be appreciated.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Greatest Salesman in the World, 1968
Recognizing others’ virtues fulfills humanity’s deep desire for appreciation.
In simple terms: Praise fulfills a basic human need.
Key Takeaway
Seek and give genuine appreciation.
Themes
appreciation
human nature
empathy
Mood
warm
encouraging
Type
motivational
psychological
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- family gatherings
- mentorship
- customer service
Key Concepts
psychology
social bonding
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance sincere praise with honesty?
- What impact does appreciation have on morale?
A Different Perspective
Overpraise can feel insincere.
