Position of power Quote by Wm. Paul Young
““Relationships are never about power, and one way to avoid the will to hold power over another is to choose to limit oneself - to serve. Humans often do this - in touching the infirm and sick, in serving the ones whose minds have left to wander, in relating to the poor, in loving the very old and the very young, or even in caring for the other who has assumed a position of power over them.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Shack by William P. Young, 2007
True connection arises from service, not domination; limiting personal power fosters compassion toward the vulnerable.
In simple terms: Serve, don’t dominate.
Key Takeaway
Choose humility and serve others.
Themes
compassion
service
humility
relationships
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- caring for the sick
- volunteering with the elderly
- supporting the mentally ill
- helping the poor
- mentoring youth
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
empathy
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure your service remains selfless?
- What boundaries protect you from being exploited while serving?
A Different Perspective
Power dynamics can still emerge even in service roles if motives aren’t examined.
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