Accord Quote by Samuel Johnson
“Always set high value on spontaneous kindness. He whose inclination prompts him to cultivate your friendship of his own accord will love you more than one whom you have been at pains to attach to you.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Value of Spontaneous Kindness, 1765
Unprompted generosity creates deeper bonds than forced alliances.
In simple terms: Kindness builds stronger friendships.
Practice spontaneous generosity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- volunteer work
- random acts of kindness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you offered kindness without expectation?
- How does spontaneous kindness affect your social circle?
Forced relationships can feel insincere.