Human nature Quote by William Pickens
““To cheapen the lives of any group of men, cheapens the lives of all men, even our own. This is a law of human psychology, or human nature. And it will not be repealed by our wishes, nor will it be merciful to our blindness.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: "The Law of Human Psychology", 1940
Devaluing any group harms society as a whole, reflecting an immutable psychological law that resists change through mere desire.
In simple terms: Cheapening one group cheapens everyone; it's a deep human truth.
Key Takeaway
Promote dignity for all to uplift society.
Themes
justice
human nature
psychology
social cohesion
inequality
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
social
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- education
- community building
- advocacy
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
collective dignity
psychological law
social ethics
human rights
systemic bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies counteract this psychological law?
- What concrete steps ensure universal dignity?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep-seated attitudes requires more than goodwill.
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