Angle Quote by Thomas Bernhard
“In theory we understand people, but in practice we can't put up with them, I thought, deal with them for the most part reluctantly and always treat them from our point of view. We should observe and treat people not from our point of view but from all angles, I thought, associate with them in such a way that we can say we associate with them so to speak in a completely unbiased way, which however isn't possible, since we actually are always biased against everybody.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Der Theatermacher (The Theater Maker) by Thomas Bernhard, 1979
Understanding people theoretically differs from dealing with them practically; bias is inevitable.
In simple terms: Theory vs practice in human relations; bias is unavoidable.
Key Takeaway
Seek empathy by recognizing your own biases.
Themes
bias
empathy
human relations
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- conflict resolution
- customer service
Key Concepts
subjectivity
communication
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your biases affect your interactions?
- What steps can you take to broaden perspective?
A Different Perspective
Complete objectivity is impossible; striving for it may cause paralysis.
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