Able Quote by Tsunesaburo Makiguchi
“Cooperative living can develop only as individual persons become able to see their own weaknesses and strengths as well as the weaknesses and strengthen of others.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Value of Education by Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, 1925
Cooperative societies thrive when individuals recognize both personal and others’ strengths and weaknesses.
In simple terms: Seeing strengths and weaknesses of self and others enables cooperation.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑awareness and empathy.
Themes
cooperation
self‑awareness
empathy
community building
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team projects
- neighborhood groups
- workplace collaborations
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
education
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honestly assess your own weaknesses?
- What steps help you recognize others’ strengths?
A Different Perspective
Assumes willingness to confront personal flaws, which can be resisted.
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