Discounts Quote by William Allen White
“We all have weaknesses. But I have figured that others have put up with mine so tolerably that I would be much less than fair not to make a reasonable discount for theirs.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 1905, Kansas newspaper editor
Recognizing others' tolerance of our flaws, we should extend similar leniency to them.
In simple terms: Treat others as kindly as they treat you.
Key Takeaway
Offer reciprocal fairness.
Themes
empathy
fairness
reciprocity
Mood
thoughtful
considerate
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace
- community interactions
Key Concepts
social psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure fair reciprocity?
- When is it appropriate to set boundaries?
A Different Perspective
May be exploited if not balanced.
