Quotes on social currency among friends, family, coworkers
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1 Maintaining open and honest communication.
1.1 Honesty and transparency
📖 Quotes about the importance and benefits of being honest and transparent with others.
“Honesty is the foundation of trust. Without honesty, there is no trust. And without trust, there is no friendship.”
— Suzy Kassem, Rise Up and Salute the Sun: The Writings of Suzy Kassem (2010)
Honesty is the basis for trust, and without trust, there can be no friendship.
“It does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in people’s minds.”
— Samuel Adams, Attributed (1775)
Even a small group of determined individuals can cause substantial change.
“We are all born naked, and the rest is drag.”
— RuPaul, But Can She Act? (1995)
Ultimately, all the outward trappings are inconsequential and we are all the same underneath.
“I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.”
— Louisa May Alcott, Little Women (1868)
One should not fear challenges but learn from them and grow.
“We are not makers of history. We are made by history.”
— Martin Luther King, Jr., Stride Toward Freedom (1958)
We are shaped by the events and circumstances of our times.
“There is nothing so disobedient as an obedient slave.”
— Frederick Douglass, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave (1845)
Even those who appear submissive can harbor hidden resistance.
“The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.”
— Gloria Steinem, Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions (1983)
The truth can be uncomfortable and challenging, but it is necessary for personal growth and liberation.
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”
— Franklin D. Roosevelt, First inaugural address (1933)
Fear can paralyze us and prevent us from achieving our full potential.
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
— Mahatma Gandhi, Harijan (1948)
By helping others, we can better understand ourselves and our purpose in life.
“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.”
— Nelson Mandela, Long Walk to Freedom (1994)
Resilience and perseverance are key to overcoming challenges and achieving success.
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”
— Eleanor Roosevelt, This I Remember (1949)
Those who dare to dream and believe in their abilities are more likely to achieve their goals.
“Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.”
— John Lennon, Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) (1980)
Life is unpredictable, and things don’t always go according to plan.
“When you’re going through hell, keep going.”
— Winston Churchill, Speech to the House of Commons (1942)
Even in the most difficult times, it is important to persevere and keep moving forward.
“The greatest wealth is to live content with little.”
— Plato, Phaedrus (370 BCE)
True wealth lies in contentment and simplicity, not in material possessions.
“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.”
— Socrates, Apology (399 BCE)
True wisdom comes from recognizing the limits of one’s knowledge and being open to learning.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson, Self-Reliance (1841)
Staying true to oneself, despite societal pressures, is a commendable achievement.
“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.”
— Charles Darwin, On the Origin of Species (1859)
Adaptability and resilience are key factors in survival and success.
“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.”
— Nelson Mandela, Long Walk to Freedom (1994)
Perseverance and resilience are essential for overcoming challenges and achieving success.
“The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.”
— Gloria Steinem, Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions (1983)
The truth can be uncomfortable and challenging, but it is necessary for personal growth and liberation.
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”
— Franklin D. Roosevelt, First inaugural address (1933)
Fear can paralyze us and prevent us from achieving our full potential.
1.2 Active listening
📖 Quotes about the importance and benefits of actively listening to others when they speak.
“When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.”
— Ernest Hemingway, The Old Man and the Sea (1952)
Emphasizing the importance of undivided attention and genuine listening.
“Listen to others, even if you disagree with them. You might learn something new.”
— Unknown, Unknown (Unknown)
Encouraging open-mindedness and the value of learning from diverse perspectives.
“There’s a great difference between listening and merely ‘hearing’ something.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Highlighting the difference between passive hearing and active listening.
“The greatest compliment that was ever paid me was when someone asked me what I thought, and attended to my answer.”
— Henry David Thoreau, Walden (1854)
Expressing the value of being genuinely heard and respected for one’s thoughts.
“When you truly listen, you create a space for the other person to feel seen, heard, and understood.”
— Unknown, Unknown (Unknown)
Emphasizing the power of active listening in fostering connection and empathy.
“The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.”
— Peter Drucker, The Effective Executive (1966)
Highlighting the significance of paying attention to nonverbal cues and unspoken messages.
“You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.”
— Dale Carnegie, How to Win Friends and Influence People (1936)
Emphasizing the value of showing genuine interest in others as a means of building relationships.
“To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others.”
— Tony Robbins, Awaken the Giant Within (1991)
Stressing the importance of understanding diverse perspectives for effective communication.
“The best way to understand someone is to listen to them with the intent to understand, not to reply.”
— Rachel Naomi Remen, Kitchen Table Wisdom (1996)
Encouraging empathetic listening without the intention of immediately responding.
“When you listen to someone, you are not only getting information, you are also showing them that you care.”
— Frank Tyger, The Power of Listening (2004)
Highlighting the connection between active listening and expressing care for others.
“If you want to be interesting, be interested.”
— Dale Carnegie, How to Win Friends and Influence People (1936)
Emphasizing the importance of showing genuine interest in others to make oneself interesting.
“To listen well is as powerful a means of communication as to talk well.”
— John Powell, Why Am I Afraid to Tell You Who I Am? (1969)
Drawing attention to the equal importance of listening and speaking in effective communication.
“The art of conversation lies in listening.”
— Malcolm Forbes, More Than I Know (1971)
Emphasizing the centrality of listening in the art of meaningful conversation.
“Listening is an active process. You have to want to hear.”
— Fred Rogers, You Are Special (1995)
Stressing the active and intentional nature of effective listening.
“When you’re listening, really listening, something wonderful happens. You’re not just hearing words; you’re understanding someone.”
— Rachel Naomi Remen, Kitchen Table Wisdom (1996)
Describing the transformative power of genuine listening in fostering understanding.
“Listen to your intuition. It will tell you everything you need to know.”
— Oprah Winfrey, What I Know for Sure (2014)
Encouraging trust in one’s intuition as a source of valuable insights.
“Your ears should be the biggest organs in your body.”
— Mark Cuban, Shark Tank (2011)
Humorous yet impactful advice to prioritize listening.
“The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our undivided attention.”
— Rachel Carson, The Sense of Wonder (1965)
Highlighting the value of giving others our full attention as a gift.
“When you listen, you disarm people.”
— Maya Angelou, A Brave and Startling Truth (1978)
Expressing the disarming and calming effect of active listening.
1.3 Respectful communication
📖 Quotes about the importance and benefits of communicating with others in a respectful and considerate manner.
“The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.”
— Peter Drucker, The Effective Executive (1967)
Effective communication involves understanding unsaid messages as well as the spoken ones.
“Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.”
— Mother Teresa, Quotes Attributed to Mother Teresa (1998)
Kind words have a lasting impact, creating a ripple effect of positivity.
“A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
— Proverbs 15:1, The Bible (BCE 500)
Gentle and polite speech can defuse tension and prevent conflict, while harsh words escalate it.
“Respect is one of the greatest expressions of love.”
— Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements (1997)
Respect is a fundamental aspect of love, showing care and consideration for others.
“You can’t control the behavior of others, but you can control how you respond.”
— Unknown, Unknown (None)
We cannot control others’ actions, but we can choose how to react, maintaining our own integrity and boundaries.
“Before you speak, let your words pass through three gates: Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?”
— Buddha, Unknown (BCE 563)
Consider your words’ truthfulness, kindness, and necessity before uttering them, promoting thoughtful and mindful communication.
“Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret.”
— Ambrose Bierce, The Devil’s Dictionary (1911)
Speaking in anger often leads to regrettable words, damaging relationships and causing remorse.
“A great way to keep your communication from causing conflict is to be sincere, brief, and gracious.”
— John Wooden, Wooden on Leadership (1997)
Sincerity, brevity, and graciousness promote effective and conflict-free communication.
“The words we speak have the power to build bridges or to build walls.”
— Joel Osteen, Your Best Life Now (2008)
Our words have the ability to connect or divide, to foster understanding or create barriers.
“A civil tongue is the mark of a gentle soul.”
— Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote (1605)
Gentle and respectful speech reflects a person’s inner kindness and grace.
“If you’re not going to be nice, at least be vague.”
— Fran Lebowitz, Social Studies (1981)
When unable to be kind, it’s better to remain silent or ambiguous rather than saying something hurtful.
“Respond, don’t react.”
— Unknown, Unknown (None)
Thoughtful responses prevent impulsive reactions, allowing us to communicate more effectively and respectfully.
“There is nothing so disarming as silence.”
— Josh Billings, Josh Billings: His Sayings (1866)
Silence can be a powerful tool in communication, disarming tense situations and allowing emotions to settle.
“The greatest compliment that was ever paid me was when someone asked me what I thought, and attended to my answer.”
— Henry David Thoreau, Walden (1854)
Truly listening to someone’s thoughts and opinions shows respect and values their perspective.
“A man who won’t yield to argument is probably right.”
— Auberon Herbert, The World’s Best Jokes & Anecdotes (1982)
Sometimes, it’s better to concede and respect another’s opinion, even if you believe you’re right.
“Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners.”
— Laurence Sterne, A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy (1768)
Self-respect shapes our moral compass, while respect for others guides our courteous behavior.
“Respect is not something that can be demanded, it can only be earned.”
— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Maxims and Reflections (1833)
Respect is not a given but must be cultivated through actions and behavior that earn it.
“Respect for the elderly is a virtue; respect for the young is a duty.”
— Chinese Proverb, Chinese Proverbs (None)
Respecting elders shows virtue, while respecting the young is a moral obligation.
“Respect is the first step towards love.”
— Unknown, Unknown (None)
Respect is the foundation for building strong and meaningful relationships, often leading to love.
1.4 Feedback
📖 Quotes about the importance and benefits of providing and receiving feedback in a constructive and respectful manner.
“Feedback is the breakfast of champions.”
— Ken Blanchard, The One Minute Manager (1982)
Great people welcome feedback to improve themselves.
“When I get feedback, I generally try to receive it with grace.”
— Ellen DeGeneres, Ellen DeGeneres: My Point of View (2013)
Accept feedback gracefully, even if it’s not what you wanted to hear.
“Criticism may not be agreeable, but it is necessary. It fulfills the same function as pain in the human body: it calls attention to an unhealthy state of things.”
— Winston Churchill, Churchill by Himself (1960)
Feedback is essential for improvement.
“The only way to improve is to accept constructive criticism.”
— Lailah Gifty Akita, Think Great: Be Great! (2016)
Constructive criticism is essential for growth.
“If you don’t ask for feedback, you won’t get any. But if you do ask, be prepared to hear the truth.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Be ready to face the truth when asking for feedback.
“It takes both courage and humility to give or receive feedback.”
— Doug Conant, Touchstones: A Path to Total Quality (1993)
Both giving and receiving feedback requires courage and humility.
“The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.”
— Peter F. Drucker, The Effective Executive (1967)
Pay attention to non-verbal cues during feedback.
“The best kind of feedback is the kind that helps you to learn and grow.”
— Margaret Heffernan, Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril (2011)
The best feedback is actionable and helps you improve.
“Feedback is a gift. It’s an opportunity to learn and improve.”
— John Wooden, Wooden on Leadership (2005)
View feedback as an opportunity to get better.
“If you’re not willing to give feedback, you’re not a leader.”
— Simon Sinek, Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t (2014)
Leaders must be willing to give feedback to their team members.
“When giving feedback, focus on the behavior, not the person.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Feedback should be specific and focus on actions, not personal attacks.
“It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.”
— John Wooden, Wooden on Leadership (2005)
The tone and delivery of feedback matter.
“The best feedback is given in a timely manner.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Feedback should be given as soon as possible after the behavior occurs.
“Feedback should be specific and actionable.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Vague feedback is not helpful.
“Feedback should be delivered in a private setting.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Public criticism can be humiliating and counterproductive.
“Feedback should be given with a positive attitude.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
A positive attitude can make feedback more palatable.
“Feedback should be given with respect.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Always treat the person receiving feedback with respect.
“Feedback should be given with empathy.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Put yourself in the shoes of the person receiving feedback.
“Feedback should be given with an open mind.”
— Anonymous, Unknown (Unknown)
Be willing to listen to the person’s response to your feedback.