Bags Quote by Tenzin Palmo
“If you want to be a doctor, you may say, There are all these beings, they're sick, they're dying, I've got to go out and help them. And so you grab a bag full of scalpels and medicine and rush off. Even though your motivation is very pure, you end up harming beings because you don't know what you're doing.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talk on Compassion in Medicine, 2015
Good intentions in medicine can cause harm without proper knowledge, highlighting the need for humility and learning.
In simple terms: Good intentions need skill.
Key Takeaway
Seek training before acting.
Themes
compassion
medicine
humility
skill
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- medical training
- volunteering
- patient care
Key Concepts
ethics
education
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps ensure competence before helping?
- How can compassion be balanced with humility?
A Different Perspective
Idealism alone cannot replace expertise.
