A man always assumes that others are as virtuous as himself
EthicsMoralityHuman naturePsychologyPerceptionJudgmentSelf awareness
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People tend to project their own moral standards onto others, assuming everyone shares their level of virtue.
- In plain terms
- We often think others are as good as we are.
- What can you take from it?
- Be aware that your perception of others may reflect your own character.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How often do you assume others think like you?
- What does your view of others say about you?
Another view
Not everyone shares the same moral compass as you do.
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