'Solve World hunger, TELL NOBODY!' (How the Grinch Stole Christmas)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True altruism does not require public recognition.
- In plain terms
- Do good deeds and keep them quiet.
- What can you take from it?
- Help others without needing praise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do you help?
- Do you want credit?
Another view
Hard to sustain without social reinforcement.
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