Acceptance Quote by Steve Maraboli
““Love – Acceptance – Unity – Peace –Integrity – Respect… a strong, pure creed is short on words and long on nourishing ideas. For me, the longer the creed the more it has been diluted, manipulated, and spoiled. The results of this creed poisoning can be seen in the behavior of its followers. We have all heard the expression, “The devil is in the details”; my observations have led me to suspect this is true.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "Life’s Greatest Lessons" by Steve Maraboli, 2014
He critiques that overly complex creeds become diluted, leading followers to misinterpret core values, emphasizing the danger of detail‑focused corruption.
In simple terms: Complex ideals can lose meaning.
Key Takeaway
Keep core values simple and clear.
Themes
values
integrity
leadership
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- organizational culture
- political movements
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
ethical dilution
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we protect core values from distortion?
- What balance between detail and principle is healthy?
A Different Perspective
Simplifying can overlook necessary nuance.
