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“We have a relational problem with those who are suffering or who are different from us. All of us are most comfortable around people who are like us culturally and economically.” quote by Shane Claiborne
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“We have a relational problem with those who are suffering or who are different from us. All of us are most comfortable around people who are like us culturally and economically.”

Shane Claiborne

About This Quote

Source Book: Moral Injury by Shane Claiborne, 2020

People tend to favor those who share their cultural and economic background, creating distance from those who suffer or differ.

In simple terms: We prefer familiar people, neglecting the suffering or different.

Key Takeaway

Seek empathy beyond similarity.

Themes

empathy social division inequality

Mood

reflective challenging

Type

ethical motivational

When to use this quote

  • community outreach
  • workplace diversity training
  • policy advocacy
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

social psychology in-group bias compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you connect with someone whose experience differs from yours?
  • What barriers keep you from empathizing with the suffering?
A Different Perspective

Comfort zones can be hard to break without intentional effort.

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