An average man is too concerned with liking people or with being liked himself. A warrior likes, that's all. He likes whatever or whomever he wants, for the hell of it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Don't seek approval; simply like what you want.
- In plain terms
- Like what you want without caring about approval.
- What can you take from it?
- Choose what you like without seeking approval.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you seek approval?
- What do you truly like?
Another view
Social cohesion often requires caring about others' opinions.
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